Traveling from Glasgow to Maputo International Airport (MPM): What you need to know
Glasgow has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Maputo International Airport (MPM) leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Maputo is two hours ahead of Glasgow. Maputo International Airport is located in Maputo, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Glasgow to MPM.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from Glasgow to MPM, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) is one option when departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
GLA is around 14 kilometers from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Glasgow to Maputo International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Glasgow International Airport:
70.07% of flights that take off from Glasgow International Airport reach their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Glasgow to MPM flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.7%.
About Maputo International Airport (MPM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Maputo International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MPM instead:
Go beyond Maputo and discover places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can pick up a Maputo International Airport rental car from Europcar.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Maputo International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
Currently, $617 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Maputo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,091. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to MPM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Glasgow to Maputo International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Glasgow to Maputo International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Maputo International Airport (MPM). July is the busiest month to travel to Maputo. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Maputo is February, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to MPM plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Maputo International Airport in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Maputo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Maputo right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Maputo International Airport:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Maputo when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Catedral de Maputo followed by Vamizi Island and FEIMA - Feira de Artesanato, Flores e Gastronomica.
Explore more of Mozambique
Maputo is just a glimpse of what Mozambique has to offer. Extend your adventure to Chokwe, which is about 161 kilometers away to the north. From CHOKWE PARK to Church Universal Chokwe, there are countless things to do in this fascinating city.
Another major destination in Mozambique, Macia is located around 113 kilometers north-east of Maputo. Be sure to visit highlights including Saint Mary & Martha Anglican Church.
