Travelling from Maputo Airport (MPM) to Vilanculos Airport (VNX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Maputo Airport to Vilanculos Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Maputo and Vilanculos share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Every week, there are four Maputo Airport to Vilanculos Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 12:30 LAM flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 12:30 with LAM.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MPM to VNX flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
LAM is your gateway to exploring Vilanculos (and perhaps some other great parts of Mozambique!). Check out the direct flights from Maputo Airport to Vilanculos Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is LAM.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Maputo Airport to Vilanculos Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is a popular stop between MPM and VNX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Maputo Airport (MPM) to Vilanculos Airport (VNX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Maputo Airport to Vilanculos Airport flight is $190. A round-trip ticket is currently $460. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MPM to VNX, reserve your journey one month before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Maputo Airport to Vilanculos Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MPM to VNX by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Maputo Airport to Vilanculos Airport.
Handy information about Maputo Airport (MPM)
Of the departures from Maputo Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Maputo Airport from central Maputo, it takes around 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MPM? If you're boarding an early flight from Maputo Airport to Vilanculos Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Vilanculos Airport (VNX)
If you have a late Maputo Airport to Vilanculos Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near VNX:
When to fly to Vilanculos Airport (VNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Maputo Airport to Vilanculos Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Vilanculos based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Maputo Airport to Vilanculos Airport for January if you want to explore Vilanculos during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MPM to VNX sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mozambique
Experience the best of Vilanculos, then set your sights on other must-see parts of Mozambique. Travel north to Beira, about 241 kilometres away. Beira Cathedral and Grande Hotel are the perfect starting points for your visit.
