Airport
Nampula Airport (APL)
Nampula Airport is the main air gateway to the city of Nampula and northern Mozambique. From here, travelers can continue by taxi or private transfer to the city centre, Nacala, Ilha de Moçambique and other destinations across the region.
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Luggage
About Nampula Airport
Nampula Airport is the main airport serving Nampula, the largest city in northern Mozambique, and the surrounding Nampula Province. It connects the region to domestic hubs such as Maputo and Beira as well as international destinations across East and Southern Africa.
Located about 4 km from the city centre, the airport is easy to reach by taxi or prearranged private transfer, with typical road travel times of around 10 to 15 minutes. It has a single passenger terminal and two paved runways, supporting scheduled regional and domestic services.
The airport plays an important role for both business and leisure travel in northern Mozambique, providing a practical gateway to nearby towns, the port city of Nacala and the historic island of Ilha de Moçambique.
Passengers can use basic facilities including cafés, shops, currency exchange and Wi-Fi, and can continue their journey by taxi, private transfer or rental car.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Nampula Airport operates passenger services through a single passenger terminal that handles both domestic and international flights.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Nampula Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Nampula Airport to hotels, business locations and other destinations across Nampula and northern Mozambique.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from Nampula Airport, business meetings or journeys around the region.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Nampula Airport for independent travel around Nampula and onward journeys to nearby destinations.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter vehicles for groups travelling between Nampula Airport, hotels, event venues and other locations.
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