MPM
Maputo
Mozambique
443 km
275 miles
QRA
Johannesburg
South Africa
Distance
443 km
275 mi / 239 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Maputo
Heading
264°
west

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MPM QRA
Airport Name Maputo Airport Rand Airport
IATA Code MPM QRA
ICAO Code FQMA FAGM
City Maputo Johannesburg
Country Mozambique South Africa
Timezone Africa/Maputo Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 145 ft 5,483 ft
Coordinates -25.920000, 32.570000 -26.240000, 28.150000

Maputo (MPM) to Johannesburg (QRA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Rand Airport (QRA) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 443 kilometers (275 miles / 239 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 264°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Mozambique with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:08 in Maputo, it's 09:08 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,338 feet between the two airports. Rand Airport sits higher than Maputo Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (QRA) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Maputo Airport (MPM) and Rand Airport (QRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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