Airport Comparison
Maputo (MPM) to Lichinga (VXC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Lichinga Airport (VXC) in Lichinga, Mozambique is 1,435 kilometers (891 miles / 775 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.
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 a domestic route within Mozambique. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 00:09 in Maputo, it's 00:09 in Lichinga.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,360 feet between the two airports. Lichinga Airport sits higher than Maputo Airport.
The return flight from Lichinga (VXC) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 191° (south). 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 Lichinga Airport (VXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.