How to find cheap flights to Mozambique
Leave from Brisbane when planning your flight to Mozambique for the most budget-friendly start to your trip.
Then touch down at Maputo to keep your total fare lower.
Keep the month of May free. It's often the cheapest time to visit Mozambique.
You can find one-way flights there from $1,223. The lowest price for a round-trip ticket is $2,100.
Open to any arrival city? Add your departure point, then enter 'Mozambique' in the 'To' field. This will give you a list of destinations and the option to sort them by 'Cheapest flights.'
Alternatively, select 'Add nearby airports' at the beginning of your search if you already know where you want to go. This will give you flight prices for any nearby arrival airports so you can quickly find the best deal.
Ditch the daily hunt for lower fares by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an automatic notification whenever the price changes on your route.
Book your tickets around two months ahead. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best bargains.
The best time to go to Mozambique
To find the month or even day with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available.
September is one of the busiest months to fly. Travelling in a peak season means more to see and do, but it usually comes at a higher price.
December is the quietest time of year to visit if you want a more relaxed pace. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Mozambique then.
Think about your travel preferences and let the weather guide your choice. November is one of the warmest months in Mozambique, with average highs of 35ºC (95ºF).
Time your visit for sometime around July if you prefer cooler conditions. Expect average lows of 15ºC (59ºF).
August is usually the driest month, while January is the wettest.
Depending on where and when you go, also take into account weather risks like cyclone season and peak flooding times.
Getting to Mozambique
You've got no shortage of arrival options when it's time to book flights to Mozambique. Among the busiest airports are:
Maputo International Airport (MPM) in Maputo
Nampula Airport (APL) in Nampula
Beira Airport (BEW) in Beira
These airlines are the key players landing at this destination, based on rough monthly flight figures:
Airlink — 250
LAM — 70
Ethiopian Airlines — 50
Johannesburg, Doha and Lisbon are among the major hubs used as stopovers on flights to Mozambique. Stops vary by route, so it's a good idea to check the connection details for your departure city.
Places to visit in Mozambique
Maputo
Located in Maputo Province and with a population of roughly 1.2 million, this city should be toward the top of the must-visit list.
Key stops include Catedral de Maputo, Vamizi Island and FEIMA - Feira de Artesanato, Flores e Gastronomica.
You'll find some excellent flight deals to Mozambique touching down at Maputo International Airport (MPM), Maputo's main airport.
Ready to lock in your perfect base? Browse the lineup of hotels in Maputo.
Nampula
This city of around 390,000 inches Nampula Province brings its own mix of culture, energy and character.
Big-name draws include Catedral de Nossa Senhora da Fatima, Mozambique National Ethnographic Museum and CASA PROVINCIAL DE CULTURA DE NAMPULA.
Nampula Airport (APL) is the city's main airport.
After your plane ticket is locked in, you can move on to finding the right stay among the hotels in Nampula.
Beira
Located in Sofala Province and with a population of about 530,000, this city also ranks as one of the most interesting places to visit in Mozambique.
Beira Cathedral and Grande Hotel are well-known attractions to cross off while you're here.
You can reach the city through its main airport, Beira Airport (BEW).
Grab a deal on where you'll stay by browsing the list of hotels in Beira.
Good to know
Entry rules can vary, so check in advance whether you'll need a visa or other documentation before you travel. Your airline, travel agent or the local embassy or consulate will have the most up-to-date information.
Access to ATMs (automatic teller machines) is very limited. It's worth planning how and when you'll access cash.
Wi-Fi coverage remains low, so be ready to spend time offline. Larger hotels or certain locations may offer access, but it's not something you can count on throughout your trip.
The population of Mozambique is estimated at around 35 million. Maputo is the capital.
This destination has one standard time zone of UTC+2.
Mozambique is located in Africa within the Eastern Africa subregion.
Some of the most well-known events on the calendar include Mozambique Independence Day, Azgo arts and music festival and the Rhythm & Blues STRAB Festival. Line up your flight to Mozambique around these occasions to experience something beyond the ordinary.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
A cheap ticket to Mozambique gets you there. Your next move is planning the stay. Discover competitive prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Mozambique. For the freedom to explore at your own pace, also browse the range of car hire options in Mozambique.
