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Maputo (FQMA/MPM) — Maputo, Mozambique

At a glance

Operating hours: 04:00–22:00 UTC (on request)
Customs: 04:00–22:00 UTC (on request)
Port of entry: Yes
Fuel: JET A-1, 100LL
Tower: 118.1
Runways: 05/23, 10/28
Elevation: 145 ft

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 2/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-04

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: FQMA
Name: Maputo
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -25.920799
Longitude: 32.572601
Elevation: 145 ft
Country: Mozambique
Municipality: Maputo
IATA Code: MPM
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: FQBE
Timezone: Africa/Maputo
Distance from City: 3.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

Designation: 05/23
Dimensions: N/A
Surface: N/A
PCN: N/A
Lighting: HIRL, REIL, HIALS (RWY 23), PAPI (RWY 23)
NAVAIDs: ILS 110.3 (RWY 23), VOR-DME (VMA 112.70)
Approach Types: ILS CAT I (RWY 23), VOR/DME, GPS
Remarks: Main runway. ILS approach course 227°. Threshold elevations: 118 ft (RWY 05) / 145 ft (RWY 23). Magnetic variation 18°W. NDB approach previously listed — may be decommissioned.

Runway 10/28

Designation: 10/28
Dimensions: N/A
Surface: N/A
PCN: N/A
Lighting: HIRL, REIL
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME (VMA 112.70)
Approach Types: VOR/DME
Remarks: Secondary runway. Threshold elevations: 118 ft (RWY 10) / 128 ft (RWY 28).

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: 121.700 MHz
Operations: 121.300 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 127.700 MHz
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 04:00 – 22:00

Tuesday 04:00 – 22:00

Wednesday 04:00 – 22:00

Thursday 04:00 – 22:00

Friday 04:00 – 22:00

Saturday 04:00 – 22:00

Sunday 04:00 – 22:00

Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Mon-Fri 04:00-22:00 UTC (06:00-00:00 local). Other times with 3 hours prior notice. Tower operates H24. Africa/Maputo = UTC+2, no DST.

Contacts

AIS Tel: +258 21 465 416
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +258 21 466 846
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.aeroportos.co.mz
Remarks: Operator: Aeroportos de Moçambique (ADM). Address: Av. Acordos de Lusaka, Maputo. General Aviation Services (G.A.S.): +258 84 611 3365, website: gasaviation.com. Menzies Aviation also operates at MPM.

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: No slots required. No PPR needed. Landing permit required for GA/private flights — arrange through handler or ADM.

Customs

Open: 04:00
Close: 22:00
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Customs available during airport operating hours (04:00-22:00 UTC / 06:00-00:00 local, Mon-Fri). Other times with 3 hours prior notice.

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx 3000 MZN per metric ton
Parking Fee: 1500 MZN per metric ton per 24h
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: MZN
Remarks: ADM (Aeroportos de Moçambique) fees. Fire category 7. Handling via G.A.S. (+258 84 611 3365). Landing permit required for private/GA flights.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: 0.92
Last Updated: 2026-04-04
Remarks: Puma Energy or BP supply. Approximate price ~$3.48/US gal ($0.92/L) as of Mar 2026 (acukwik). Contact fuel provider for current pricing. Available during airport operating hours.

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-04
Remarks: AVGAS available (confirmed acukwik). Contact airport or Puma Energy for current pricing.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
APIS Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International airport. GENDEC required (ICAO standard). Visa on arrival available for many nationalities (USD 50). Landing permit required for GA/private flights.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: No published curfew or noise restrictions. VIP flight operations may cause temporary 30-minute closures.

Alternates

FDMS

ICAO: FDMS
Name: Matsapha Intl
Distance (NM): 77.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International airport. Many nationalities visa-free for short stays. Small but modern terminal.

FANS

ICAO: FANS
Name: Nelspruit
Distance (NM): 93.2
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Not recorded
Immigration Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Mozambique Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: 2 working days before departure
Landing Lead Time: 24 hours for non-scheduled charter flights

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights may land without prior landing permission but overflight permit still required.

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NOTAMs

No live NOTAM source covers FQMA. Check the official AIS before flight.

Nearby Airports

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of FQMA?: Maputo operates from 04:00 to 22:00 (on request).
What is the tower frequency at FQMA?: The tower frequency at Maputo is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at FQMA?: Maputo offers JET A-1, 100LL.
Does FQMA require landing permits?: It depends on the flight. Private flights may land without prior landing permission but overflight permit still required. Permit details for Mozambique
Is customs available at FQMA?: Yes, customs at Maputo is available from 04:00 to 22:00.
Where is FQMA located?: Maputo (FQMA) is located in Maputo, Mozambique.
What is the IATA code for FQMA?: The IATA code for Maputo is MPM.
Does FQMA have an ILS approach?: Yes, Maputo has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 05/23.
Is FQMA a port of entry?: Yes, Maputo is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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