Mozambique

Maputo International Airport (MPM)

Location

The airport is situated three miles (5km) northwest of the city centre of Maputo.

Getting to the city

Buses service the airport during the day, but the schedule is a bit erratic. Some hotels will organise airport transfer and taxis are available.

Time

Local time is GMT +2.

Car rental

Several car rental companies are represented at the airport, including Avis and Hertz.

Airport Taxis

Taxis are usually available at the airport, metered and unmetered, and some hotels will arrange airport shuttles for guests if contacted in advance.

Facilities

Facilities are not extensive, but food and drinks are available and there is a VIP Lounge.

Parking

Car parking is available at the airport.

Website www.aeroportos.co.mz

Beira International Airport (BEW)

Location

The airport is situated six miles (10km) north east of Beira.

Getting to the city

There are buses and taxis available to the city centre.

Time

Local time is GMT +2.

Car rental

Car hire companies include Imperial and Avis.

Facilities

The airport has a restaurant, shops and a post office.

Inhambane Airport (INH)

Location

The airport is located on the outskirts of the city of Inhambane in Mozambique.

Getting to the city

Taxis are readily available at the airport. Ask one of the friendly airport staff members what they feel a reasonable fare into Inhambane city is, and agree on this price before getting into the taxi.

Time

GMT +2

Facilities

Inhambane has very limited facilities, although there are a few snack kiosks available. On the plus side, queues are ridiculously short at the airport, so you will not have too much time to kill.

Parking

There is plenty of both short- and long-term parking available at Inhambane Airport. However, parking is largely of the uncovered variety, and security might be an issue.

Departure tax

None.