Direct (nonstop) flights from Johannesburg to Maputo

3 airlines fly nonstop from Johannesburg International (JNB) to Maputo (MPM). It's 269 miles (433 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Airlink, Turkish Airlines, LAM Mozambique Airlines.

JNB
Johannesburg International
🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa
MPM
Maputo
🇲🇿 Maputo, Mozambique
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
269 mi
433 km
CO₂/pax
50 kg
−80 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Airlink +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Airlink Airlink Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines LAM Mozambique Airlines LAM Mozambique Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Airlink 4Z Airlink
Route
JNB → MPM
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
269 mi
Turkish Airlines TK Turkish Airlines
Route
JNB → MPM
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
269 mi
LAM Mozambique Airlines TM LAM Mozambique Airlines
Route
JNB → MPM
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
269 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Johannesburg to Maputo with one stop · direct emits 50 kg CO₂ per passenger

JNB DUR (Durban) MPM
Leg 1: 1h 10m (296 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (269 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+160% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JNB → DUR
1h 10m · 296 mi
View JNB to DUR flights →
Leg 2
DUR → MPM
1h 10m · 269 mi
View DUR to MPM flights →
JNB VNX (Vilanculos) MPM
Leg 1: 1h 35m (527 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (319 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 182 kg CO₂ (+264% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JNB → VNX
1h 35m · 527 mi
View JNB to VNX flights →
Leg 2
VNX → MPM
1h 15m · 319 mi
View VNX to MPM flights →
JNB BEW (Beira) MPM
Leg 1: 1h 40m (608 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (447 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 220 kg CO₂ (+340% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JNB → BEW
1h 40m · 608 mi
View JNB to BEW flights →
Leg 2
BEW → MPM
1h 40m · 447 mi
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JNB TET (Tete) MPM
Leg 1: 2h (772 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (679 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 294 kg CO₂ (+488% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JNB → TET
2h · 772 mi
View JNB to TET flights →
Leg 2
TET → MPM
1h 45m · 679 mi
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JNB APL (Nampula) MPM
Leg 1: 2h 30m (1,041 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (862 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 361 kg CO₂ (+622% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JNB → APL
2h 30m · 1,041 mi
View JNB to APL flights →
Leg 2
APL → MPM
2h 10m · 862 mi
View APL to MPM flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Johannesburg to Maputo?

A nonstop flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Maputo (MPM) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 269 miles (433 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Johannesburg to Maputo?

3 airlines: Airlink, Turkish Airlines, LAM Mozambique Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Johannesburg to Maputo?

Yes. 3 airlines: Airlink, Turkish Airlines, LAM Mozambique Airlines.

How far is Johannesburg from Maputo?

The flight distance from Johannesburg to Maputo is 269 miles (433 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Johannesburg to Maputo?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from South Africa to Mozambique?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Mozambique embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Johannesburg to Maputo?

Roughly 50 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 250 km.

Is the return flight from Maputo to Johannesburg also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Maputo?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Johannesburg International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.