GGM
Kakamega
Kenya
2,922 km
1,816 miles
MPM
Maputo
Mozambique
Distance
2,922 km
1,816 mi / 1,578 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
185°
south

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GGM MPM
Airport Name Kakamega Airport Maputo Airport
IATA Code GGM MPM
ICAO Code HKKG FQMA
City Kakamega Maputo
Country Kenya Mozambique
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Africa/Maputo
Elevation 5,020 ft 145 ft
Coordinates 0.270000, 34.790000 -25.920000, 32.570000

Kakamega (GGM) to Maputo (MPM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kakamega Airport (GGM) in Kakamega, Kenya to Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique is 2,922 kilometers (1,816 miles / 1,578 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 185°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:41 in Kakamega, it's 12:41 in Maputo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,875 feet between the two airports. Maputo Airport sits lower than Kakamega Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Maputo (MPM) to Kakamega (GGM) follows a heading of 5° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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