How much does a taxi from Maputo International Airport to Maputo cost?

Official metered taxis from Maputo International Airport to Maputo cost MZN 800-1,500 ($12-24) fixed. Journey time is 10-20 min.

Is Uber cheaper than a taxi at Maputo International Airport?

Yes — Uber typically costs MZN 200-400 ($3-6) — Yango dominant vs MZN 800-1,500 ($12-24) fixed for a taxi.

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Maputo International Airport Taxi vs Uber

Real prices, official pickup locations, scam warnings and the cheapest way from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Maputo city centre.

Official Taxi

MZN 800-1,500 ($12-24) fixed

10-20 min

Airport-approved fixed-rate taxis

Uber

MZN 200-400 ($3-6) — Yango dominant

Yango is the standard — Uber does not operate

Cheapest way

Yango app (~$3-6) — 4× cheaper than airport taxi.

Where to catch an official taxi

Arrivals — fixed-rate rank outside

How to avoid taxi scams at Maputo International Airport

Maputo airport is only 3 km from downtown — beware inflated "long distance" charges.
Confirm fixed price at booth BEFORE loading luggage.
Yango is 60-80% cheaper — massively preferred.

Skip the queue — pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No haggling, no scam risk, driver meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. Locks price before you fly.

Getting out of Maputo (MPM)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

Check transfer prices Renting a car instead? Compare rentals with free cancellation.

Currency

MZN

English-friendly

Medium

Tipping

Round up. MZN 100-200 standard.

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