Airport
Inhaca Airport (IHC)
Inhaca Airport serves Inhaca Island as a compact air gateway across Maputo Bay from Maputo, Mozambique's capital. Most visitors continue by charter flight or ferry to Maputo, while island lodges, beaches and dive sites are within a short transfer.
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About Inhaca Airport
Inhaca Airport is the only airport on Inhaca Island, a small island in Maputo Province, Mozambique, located across Maputo Bay from the capital, Maputo. The airfield primarily handles charter flights, with services historically operating from Maputo International Airport and occasionally from South Africa.
The airport has a single runway of about 650 metres and a small terminal, reflecting its role as a compact island gateway rather than a major commercial hub. It sits close to sea level and mainly supports light aircraft operations serving island lodges and visitors.
Inhaca Island lies roughly 32 to 35 km east of central Maputo across the bay. Travelers generally reach the island by short charter flight or by ferry from Maputo, with the ferry crossing taking around 90 minutes to a few hours depending on the service.
For onward travel, island lodges and resorts typically arrange transfers from the airstrip, while ferry services connect back to Maputo. The airport's convenience comes from its island location, giving visitors quicker access to Inhaca's beaches, marine reserves and coastal activities.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Inhaca Airport has a single small passenger terminal serving charter flights to Inhaca Island. The airport operates one runway and does not divide operations into separate domestic and international terminals.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Inhaca Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Inhaca Airport to island lodges, beaches and dive centres, or combine airstrip pick-ups with onward travel to the jetty.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange an island chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel between Inhaca Airport, lodges, beaches and other points on Inhaca Island.
Car Rental
Rent a vehicle on Inhaca Island for independent travel from the airport to lodges, beaches and local attractions.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize group transport from Inhaca Airport for lodge guests, dive groups and event parties arriving or departing on charter flights.
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