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£572 - £788
Route
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Return
Price
London GatwickMaputo Intl
LGW - MPM
LGWMPM
London Gatwick
Mon 11/11
1 stop36h 55m
Maputo Intl
Mon 25/11
1 stop26h 05m
London HeathrowMaputo Intl
LHR - MPM
LHRMPM
London Heathrow
Mon 11/11
1 stop35h 00m
Maputo Intl
Mon 25/11
1 stop14h 55m
London GatwickMaputo Intl
LGW - MPM
LGWMPM
London Gatwick
Mon 11/11
2 stops31h 55m
Maputo Intl
Mon 25/11
1 stop26h 05m
London GatwickMaputo Intl
LGW - MPM
LGWMPM
London Gatwick
Mon 11/11
2 stops31h 55m
Maputo Intl
Mon 25/11
2 stops37h 05m
London GatwickMaputo Intl
LGW - MPM
LGWMPM
London Gatwick
Tue 4/6
1 stop27h 05m
Maputo Intl
Sun 16/6
1 stop23h 45m
London HeathrowMaputo Intl
LHR - MPM
LHRMPM
London Heathrow
Tue 4/6
1 stop28h 00m
Maputo Intl
Sun 16/6
1 stop16h 50m
London GatwickMaputo Intl
LGW - MPM
LGWMPM
London Gatwick
Fri 31/5
1 stop16h 10m
Maputo Intl
Mon 17/6
1 stop17h 05m
London HeathrowMaputo Intl
LHR - MPM
LHRMPM
London Heathrow
Fri 31/5
1 stop17h 00m
Maputo Intl
Mon 17/6
1 stop16h 50m
London HeathrowMaputo Intl
LHR - MPM
LHRMPM
London Heathrow
Sun 2/6
1 stop15h 50m
Maputo Intl
Fri 7/6
1 stop17h 15m
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Maputo (average of £549). Flying to Maputo in December will prove the most costly (average of £980). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
January
£674
February
£652
March
£634
April
£641
May
£682
June
£637
July
£703
August
£642
September
£693
October
£667
November
£432
December
£771
Maputo has a tropical climate, and there are no truly cold months. The warmest temperatures, accompanied by evening rainfall, are October to February. It’s an ideal time to enjoy Maputo’s sweeping beaches. Africa Umoja is Mozambique’s biggest festival and it takes place at the end of October. It features some of Africa’s biggest music acts. The shoulder months of March to April and August to September are pleasantly warm, both day and night, perfect for strolls on the beach. May to July brings warm, dry days and much cooler evenings.
MPM Temperature | 19 - 27 °C |
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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Maputo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.0 C).
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security procedure is too many times. need review. no bathroom facility once all passanger are in holding area after security and gate checked in. C5
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security procedure is too many times. need review. no bathroom facility once all passanger are in holding area after security and gate checked in. C5
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security procedure is too many times. need review. no bathroom facility once all passanger are in holding area after security and gate checked in. C5
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security procedure is too many times. need review. no bathroom facility once all passanger are in holding area after security and gate checked in. C5
Maputo is the capital of Mozambique, a former Portuguese colony on the south-east coast of Africa. During colonial times, the city was a playground for wealthy visitors from neighbouring South Africa and Zimbabwe. After gaining independence in 1975 and a brutal civil war, the country has now rebuilt itself and Maputo today offers the visitor an invigorating mix of African traditions, lush gardens and colonial architecture. One of the most extraordinary buildings is Casa do Ferro on Avenida Samora Machel, designed by Gustav Eiffel, who conceived the Paris tower that bears his name. It is now a museum and is known locally as “The Iron House”.
To understand how Mozambicans experience their city, visit the central market, in the Baixa district, where you’ll find everything from fresh calamari and crabs to fruit, vegetables and handicrafts. The Polana is the city’s most famous hotel, a destination for the rich and famous in past years. An afternoon tea here will transport you back to another era. The National Art Museum has a small but important collection of Mozambican art. Look out for works by Malangatana, a Mozambican artist with an international reputation. The Natural History Museum is a place for all the family, with exhibits that include life-size elephants. Many visitors come to Maputo for the beaches and there’s a wide choice. Catembe, a short ferry ride from the city centre, and Ponta d’Ouro are two of the finest. Many visitors take a day trip to Inhaca Island, where there are beautiful views and long, wild walks.
Many local people use minibus taxis, known as “chapas”, to get around the city. Prices are very low, but you may need a basic knowledge of Portuguese. The minibuses are colour-coded depending on destination. A formal fleet of buses also operates.
The city is served by Maputo International Airport (MPM), located some 2 miles (3.2 km) from the city centre. Taxis are available from the airport. You should agree a price before the journey. A trip from the airport should take about 15 minutes, depending on traffic. Many hotels offer free shuttles from the airport.