Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Maputo International Airport (MPM): what you need to know
Maputo is three hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MAA to MPM flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to check out a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Maputo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Hamad International Airport is a popular stop between MAA and MPM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
RM2,275 is the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Maputo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM3,773. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MAA to MPM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Maputo International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Maputo International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, 76.04% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Maputo International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Maputo International Airport (MPM)
If you're landing on a late Chennai Airport to Maputo International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near MPM:
Pick up a Maputo International Airport rental car and explore parts of Maputo that most visitors tend to miss. Check out the deals from Europcar.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Maputo International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to central Maputo
From Maputo International Airport, Maputo is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Maputo International Airport (MPM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Maputo International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Maputo in February.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Maputo International Airport for February if you want to explore Maputo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to MPM in July. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Mozambique
You've seen Maputo, now it's time to discover other corners of Mozambique. Journey around 11 kilometres west to Matola to tick off its popular sights. From Lewende Gemeente Maputo/Living Congregation to UCKG and Paroquia Nossa Senhora Do Amparo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Maputo, Maxixe is another favourite stop in Mozambique. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Old Apostolic Church, Mademo and Castelo Do Mar.
