Direct (nonstop) flights from Maputo to Cape Town

1 airline flys nonstop from Maputo (MPM) to Cape Town International (CPT). It's 1,003 miles (1,614 km), about 2h 50m in the air. Operated by Airlink.

MPM
Maputo
🇲🇿 Maputo, Mozambique
CPT
Cape Town International
🇿🇦 Cape Town, South Africa
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,003 mi
1,614 km
CO₂/pax
169 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Airlink
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Airlink Airlink

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Airlink 4Z Airlink
Route
MPM → CPT
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,003 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Maputo to Cape Town with one stop · direct emits 169 kg CO₂ per passenger

MPM JNB (Johannesburg) CPT
Leg 1: 1h 5m (269 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (790 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MPM → JNB
1h 5m · 269 mi
View MPM to JNB flights →
Leg 2
JNB → CPT
2h 15m · 790 mi
View JNB to CPT flights →
MPM DUR (Durban) CPT
Leg 1: 1h 10m (269 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (795 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 222 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MPM → DUR
1h 10m · 269 mi
View MPM to DUR flights →
Leg 2
DUR → CPT
2h 10m · 795 mi
View DUR to CPT flights →
MPM NBJ (Luanda) CPT
Leg 1: 4h 20m (1,707 mi) Leg 2: 4h (1,745 mi) Total: ~8h 20m 🍃 608 kg CO₂ (+260% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MPM → NBJ
4h 20m · 1,707 mi
View MPM to NBJ flights →
Leg 2
NBJ → CPT
4h · 1,745 mi
View NBJ to CPT flights →
MPM ADD (Addis Ababa) CPT
Leg 1: 5h (2,436 mi) Leg 2: 6h 30m (3,237 mi) Total: ~11h 30m 🍃 932 kg CO₂ (+451% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MPM → ADD
5h · 2,436 mi
View MPM to ADD flights →
Leg 2
ADD → CPT
6h 30m · 3,237 mi
View ADD to CPT flights →
MPM DOH (Doha) CPT
Leg 1: 8h 5m (3,742 mi) Leg 2: 9h 50m (4,614 mi) Total: ~17h 55m 🍃 1302 kg CO₂ (+670% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MPM → DOH
8h 5m · 3,742 mi
View MPM to DOH flights →
Leg 2
DOH → CPT
9h 50m · 4,614 mi
View DOH to CPT flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Maputo to Cape Town?

A nonstop flight from Maputo (MPM) to Cape Town (CPT) takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,003 miles (1,614 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Maputo to Cape Town?

Just Airlink.

Is there a nonstop flight from Maputo to Cape Town?

Yes. 1 airline: Airlink.

How far is Maputo from Cape Town?

The flight distance from Maputo to Cape Town is 1,003 miles (1,614 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Maputo to Cape Town?

At 2h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

Roughly 169 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 845 km.

Is the return flight from Cape Town to Maputo 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 Maputo to Cape Town?

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 Maputo for this flight?

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