Airport Comparison
Bulawayo (BUQ) to Maputo (MPM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe to Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique is 771 kilometers (479 miles / 416 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Zimbabwe with Mozambique. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:34 in Bulawayo, it's 02:34 in Maputo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,214 feet between the two airports. Maputo Airport sits lower than Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport.
The return flight from Maputo (MPM) to Bulawayo (BUQ) follows a heading of 328° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) and Maputo Airport (MPM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.