Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Maputo International Airport (MPM): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Maputo International Airport.
Maputo is one hour behind Nairobi and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Every week, there are three Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Maputo International Airport flights. To be on board early, go for the 09:50 Kenya Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 09:50 with Kenya Airways.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your NBO to MPM flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Travelling to Maputo (and then seeing more of Mozambique!) is easy with Kenya Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Maputo International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Kenya Airways on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for NBO to MPM flights is Kenya Airways.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Maputo International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between NBO and MPM:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
RG Mugabe International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Maputo International Airport flight is $736. A return ticket is currently $1,146. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from NBO to MPM, book your journey four months before your departure.
Schedule your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Maputo International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from NBO to MPM by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Maputo International Airport.
Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
67.1% of flights taking off from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near NBO? If you're catching an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Maputo International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Maputo International Airport (MPM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Maputo International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MPM instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Maputo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar to explore beyond Maputo's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Maputo International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to central Maputo
From Maputo International Airport, Maputo is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
The quietest month for a flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Maputo International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Maputo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Maputo International Airport for February if you want to go to Maputo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from NBO to MPM in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mozambique
Maputo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Mozambique just waiting to be discovered. About 11 kilometres west of Maputo, a visit to Matola will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Lewende Gemeente Maputo/Living Congregation, UCKG and Paroquia Nossa Senhora Do Amparo.
Maxixe is another favourite destination in Mozambique and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Maputo. No journey is complete without experiencing Old Apostolic Church, Mademo and Castelo Do Mar.