The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Nkaus Airport (NKU) in Nkaus, Lesotho is 626 kilometers (389 miles / 338 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:29 in Maputo, it's 06:29 in Nkaus.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,476 feet between the two airports. Nkaus Airport sits higher than Maputo Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nkaus (NKU) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 44° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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