Traveling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Maputo International Airport (MPM): what you need to know
Maputo is two hours ahead of Manchester and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MAN to MPM flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Manchester Airport to Maputo International Airport. Many travelers pass through Hamad International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Maputo International Airport flight is $518. A round-trip ticket right now is $905. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAN to MPM, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights that depart Manchester Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Maputo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Maputo International Airport (MPM)
Reserve a hotel near MPM if you're taking a late Manchester Airport to Maputo International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go beyond Maputo and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Maputo International Airport rental car from Europcar.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Maputo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to central Maputo
Maputo International Airport to central Maputo has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometers away.
When to fly to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Maputo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Maputo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Maputo International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Maputo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to MPM in July. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Mozambique
You've visited Maputo, now it's time to explore other parts of Mozambique. Travel about 11 kilometers west to Matola to tick off its must-visit sights. From Lewende Gemeente Maputo/Living Congregation to UCKG and Paroquia Nossa Senhora Do Amparo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Maxixe is another standout destination in Mozambique and is around 370 kilometers north-east of Maputo. No journey is complete without visiting Old Apostolic Church, Mademo and Castelo Do Mar.