Cheap Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Maputo (MPM)

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Maputo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Maputo flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Maputo

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Maputo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Maputo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Maputo.

Nairobi to Maputo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,146
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineLAM
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Maputo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Maputo is $1,146. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Maputo.
LAM, Kenya Airways and KLM fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Maputo.
As of August 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Maputo.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Maputo is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Maputo Airport on Sunday, 28 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Maputo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Maputo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Maputo.

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)

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.

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