Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Maputo?

Yes, direct flights are commonly available from Johannesburg to Maputo. Historically, 82% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This high percentage of direct flights indicates convenient travel options for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Johannesburg to Maputo?

A direct flight from Johannesburg to Maputo typically takes 1 hour and 10 minutes, with a median duration of 70 minutes. If your journey includes one stop, the median flight time increases significantly to 7 hours and 10 minutes, or 430 minutes. This difference highlights the efficiency of direct routes for this 433 km journey.

How often do cheap flights from Johannesburg to Maputo come up?

Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Maputo come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deals across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can typically find good opportunities for cost-effective travel between these two cities.

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2026-08-10 – 2026-08-17
JNB - Maputo
48% AI deal score
$282
$231
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2026-08-11 – 2026-08-21
JNB - Maputo
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2026-08-16 – 2026-08-22
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2026-09-22 – 2026-09-27
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2026-07-22 – 2026-07-29
JNB - Maputo
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2026-08-06 – 2026-08-10
JNB - Maputo
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2026-09-26 – 2026-09-29
JNB - Maputo
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JNB - Maputo
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Johannesburg to Maputo: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Maputo

The journey from Johannesburg to Maputo typically takes about 1h 10m, including connections. This is a short-haul route, covering a distance of 433 kilometers. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Johannesburg to Maputo, understanding the typical journey time can help in planning.

Right now, fares for flights from Johannesburg to Maputo typically range from $181–$375, with a median price of $202. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Maputo, December stands out with a median fare of $179. Other favorable months include October and September, both with median fares of $181. These months offer the most competitive pricing for this route.

For direct flights from Johannesburg to Maputo, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 82% of recent fares being direct. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Maputo

Regular price: $253 - $343

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Maputo are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Maputo is between $253 and $343. The current lowest deal is $205 with Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique for travel from Aug 10-Aug 14.

now $205

Low $253

High $343

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Maputo

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to MPM is December, with a median price of $179. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $286. Prices are generally lower from June to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $179

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $286

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Maputo

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Maputo

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$397

$287

One-way

Fri, Jul 31

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

$387

$272

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$346

$205

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$344

$285

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$306

$266

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$270

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Maputo

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

$346 → $205

41%

3 nights

Jul 31 - Aug 3

$387 → $272

30%

1 night

Jul 28 - Jul 29

$397 → $287

28%

6 nights

Jan 23 - Jan 29

$364 → $261

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Maputo

Johannesburg - Maputo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Maputo are above the typical level at $205.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $179.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 10m.

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Maputo is 1h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

82% of recent flights are direct.

Most flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique offers direct flights.

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique has offered direct flights from Johannesburg to Maputo.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Maputo are frequent, appearing often.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

Fly from O. R. Tambo International for direct flights to Maputo, offering the cheapest fares.

📍 ~20 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$232

Lanseria International (HLA)

Consider Lanseria International as an alternative departure point for your journey to Maputo.

📍 ~30 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$732

Maputo main airports to arrive at

Maputo International (MPM)

Cheapest

Maputo International Airport is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Johannesburg to Maputo.

📍 ~5 km from Maputo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$232

Airports nearby Maputo used as alternative

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

O. R. Tambo International is a primary international hub with an extensive flight network and often lower fares.

📍 ~440 km from Maputo (requires a border crossing and significant travel time).

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Maputo

Maputo, Mozambique

36% AI deal score

$2,300

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Maputo

Historically, the best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Maputo is 60+ days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged $233 in this booking window. Waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically sees average prices rise to $309, indicating a significant increase for last-minute bookings. For optimal savings, travelers should aim to secure their tickets well in advance.

A good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Maputo is typically $181 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed across the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route historically stands at $202, while prices can go up to $375 or more for the higher 25% of fares.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Maputo, with a median price of $179. October and September also offer competitive prices, both with a median of $181. The annual median price for this route is $202, suggesting that these months provide notable savings compared to the yearly average.

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Johannesburg to Maputo: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Maputo

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Maputo

Regular price: $253 - $343

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Maputo are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Maputo is between $253 and $343. The current lowest deal is $205 with Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique for travel from Aug 10-Aug 14.

now $205

Low $253

High $343

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Maputo

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to MPM is December, with a median price of $179. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $286. Prices are generally lower from June to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $179

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $286

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Maputo

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Maputo

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$397

$287

One-way

Fri, Jul 31

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

$387

$272

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$346

$205

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$344

$285

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$306

$266

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Maputo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Maputo (MPM)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$270

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Maputo

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

$346 → $205

41%

3 nights

Jul 31 - Aug 3

$387 → $272

30%

1 night

Jul 28 - Jul 29

$397 → $287

28%

6 nights

Jan 23 - Jan 29

$364 → $261

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Maputo