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Maputo International Airport to Maputo — Transport Guide 2026

Maputo (MPM) is 3 km from the city centre — one of the closest airports in Africa. Yango is the standard app. Airport taxis are safe but 2-3× ride-share price.

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Last updated: 2026-08

Last verified: September 2026·By AirConnect Editorial·Fact-checked against Maputo International Airport authority + local transit operators + on-the-ground reports
Cheapest
Yango (~$3-6)
Fastest
Yango / taxi (~10 min)

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Yango

ride share · Best for: Best value + fast
Cost
MZN 200-400 ($3-6)
Time
10-20 min
Frequency
On-demand
Yango is dominant in Maputo. Uber does not operate.

Airport taxi (fixed)

taxi · Best for: Direct + luggage
Cost
MZN 800-1,500 ($12-24)
Time
10-20 min
Frequency
On-demand
Rates fixed at booth. Agree BEFORE getting in.

Hotel arranged

private transfer · Best for: Radisson / Polana / Cardoso guests
Cost
MZN 1,000-2,500 ($16-40)
Time
10-25 min
Frequency
Pre-book
Most 3+ star hotels offer secure pickup.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked 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.

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Frequently asked

How far is Maputo International Airport from Maputo?
Maputo International Airport (MPM) is 3 km from Maputo city centre.
What is the cheapest way from MPM to Maputo?
Yango (~$3-6)
What is the fastest way from MPM to Maputo?
Yango / taxi (~10 min)