# MPM — Maputo (Maputo International)

> MPM (Maputo International) is the main international airport serving Maputo, Mozambique. Source: https://www.airportexit.com/airports/mpm-maputo

## At a glance

- **Best exit method:** Pre-booked transfer or registered taxi
- **Typical fare:** MZN 1000–1500 (~US$15–US$25)
- **Journey time:** 15–25 min to Maputo centro
- **Pickup point:** Taxi rank outside arrivals
- **Key warning:** Confirm MZN price or USD equivalent before getting in
- **Fare reality (MPM → Maputo centro/Polana):** expected MZN 1000–1500 · concerning MZN 2500+ · likely scam MZN 4000 'tourist'
- **Overall risk:** medium — Airport is 5 km from city — short but pricey transfer. Taxis at terminal charge US$15–US$25 (or 1000–1500 MZN). Pre-arranged hotel transfers preferred. Pickpocketing risk in arrivals — watch bags.
- **Last updated:** June 2026 (high confidence)

## Ways out of MPM, ranked

1. **Registered airport taxi** _(recommended)_ — cost MZN 1000–1500, journey 15–25 min, wait Immediate, payment Cash.
   - Pros: Regulated
   - Cons: No meter
2. **Pre-booked hotel transfer** _(recommended)_ — cost MZN 1500–2500, journey 15–25 min, wait Pre-arranged, payment Card & Cash.
   - Pros: Trusted
   - Cons: Pricier
3. **Chapa (minibus)** — cost MZN 25, journey 30–45 min, wait Every 15 min, payment Cash.
   - Pros: Cheapest
   - Cons: No luggage; Crowded

## First 30 minutes after landing at MPM

1. Clear immigration
2. Bags (watch carefully)
3. Taxi rank or hotel driver
4. Confirm price upfront
5. Total: 15–25 min

## Common scams at MPM

- **Bag distraction** (medium risk): Friendly 'helpers' grab bags in arrivals. _How to avoid:_ Decline help; keep bags in sight.
- **Curb 3x quote** (medium risk): Drivers quote MZN 4000+ for what costs MZN 1200. _How to avoid:_ Use the taxi rank, agree price upfront.

## Payment warnings at MPM

- MZN cash; USD often accepted
- ATM in arrivals
- Cards in hotels

## Arrival checklist for MPM

- MZN or USD small bills
- Bags zipped
- Price agreed

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Last updated: June 2026

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