Maputo Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 11h 30m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Maputo Airport
Maputo International Airport, also known as Mavalane International Airport, formerly Lourenço Marques Airport, is an airport located 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) northwest of the center of Maputo, the largest city and capital of Mozambique. It is the largest airport in Mozambique, and hub for LAM Mozambique Airlines. Most of the destinations served by the airport are in Africa, but there are a few intercontinental services.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
FQMANOTAMs
FQMAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 12,008 ft / 3,660 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 5,577 ft / 1,700 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | Approach | 121.300 MHz |
| CTR | Center | 127.700 MHz |
| GND | Ground | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | Tower | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAPUTO | Class C | TMA | 3000 ft MSL | FL145 |
| MAPUTO | Class C | CTR | GND | 2952 ft MSL |
| BEIRA | Class G | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| FQR32 MAPUTO | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Mozambique airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SW (from about 225°), on 12% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57% | 1,572 ft | |
| Feb | 53% | 1,580 ft | |
| Mar | 65% | 1,432 ft | |
| Apr | 63% | 1,112 ft | |
| May | 80% | 742 ft | |
| Jun | 81% | 437 ft | |
| Jul | 82% | 333 ft | |
| Aug | 70% | 585 ft | |
| Sep | 63% | 808 ft | |
| Oct | 55% | 957 ft | |
| Nov | 53% | 1,239 ft | |
| Dec | 49% | 1,469 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~333–1,580 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Maputo Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Maputo Airport?
The ICAO code for Maputo Airport is FQMA, and its IATA code is MPM.
Where is Maputo Airport located?
Maputo Airport is large airport located in Maputo, Mozambique, at an elevation of 145 ft (44 m).
How many runways does Maputo Airport have?
Maputo Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 12,008 ft / 3,660 m.
Which airlines fly to Maputo Airport?
Airlines historically serving Maputo Airport include Air Mozambique, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, South African Airways, TAP Portugal (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Maputo Airport?
Historical data lists 15 nonstop destinations from Maputo Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Maputo Airport in?
Maputo Airport is in the Africa/Maputo time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Maputo Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Maputo Airport is approximately 22.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Maputo Airport?
The nearest airport to Maputo Airport is Inhaca Airport (IHC), about 19.8 nm to the ese, followed by Machangulo Airport and Tambankulu Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Maputo Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.