Route cheat-sheet

• Airports: Johannesburg (JNB) → Maputo (MPM)
• Typical duration: ≈1h10 nonstop; multiple weekly waves
• Airline patterns: direct services most days; verify day-of-week frequency
• Best booking window: 8–16+ weeks for long-haul/leisure peaks; 3–8 weeks for regional business.
• Peak price drivers: SA school holidays, big events, and conference calendars.

How to win this route (strategy)

Short-haul efficiency, self-drive add-ons, border-aware packing.

Practical tactics before you buy

• Earlier flights support same-day handovers for car hire and regional drives.
• Pack compact—regional aircraft bins can be tighter than long-haul.
• If carrying specialist gear, compare Standard/Flex fares vs add-ons.

Baggage & fare brands (plain English)

• Light/Basic: cabin-only; strict size/weight—add checked bag at booking if needed.
• Standard/Flex: includes checked bag(s) and easier changes—often cheaper than add-ons later.
• Special items: sports/photo/cargo samples—check airline rules and prebook allowances.

Connections & hub quality

• Prefer same-terminal connections above MCT; avoid last flight of the day for self-connects.
• If a red-eye lands too early for hotel check-in, plan a lounge or short tour to bridge the gap.
• Long layover? Prioritise hubs with easier transfers and good wayfinding.

On-arrival logistics — Maputo

• Car hire is efficient; inspect vehicles and plan daylight drives to regional towns.
• Carry cash/cards for tolls and fuel where card acceptance varies.
• Mobile coverage can thin outside cities—download offline maps.

Documents & health (verify official guidance)

• Check entry visa requirements for your passport and any transit hubs.
• Ensure passport validity and blank pages meet the destination’s standards.
• Verify any health entry requirements per official sources.
• Consider travel insurance covering medical care and trip changes.

Book smarter on FMLT

• Search /flights/johannesburg-to-maputo/ and add travellers/dates.
• Filter by bags, time of day, stops and fare flexibility.
• Compare fare brands line-by-line; include what you’ll need up-front.
• Secure checkout via major cards or instant EFT; your confirmation includes airline record locators.