Private jets on the apron at Maputo International Airport (MPM), Mozambique

Charter a Private Jet to Maputo Airport (MPM)

Private jet charter at Maputo International Airport (MPM) offers direct access to Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, with efficient handling for business and leisure travel. The airport is well suited to a wide range of private aircraft, from light jets to large-cabin business jets, making it a practical gateway to southern Africa.

Maputo Airport: Key Details

Coordinates (DMS)
25° 55′ 15″ S, 32° 34′ 21″ E
Latitude / Longitude
-25.9207, 32.57260
IATA CodeMPM
ICAO CodeFQMA
Elevation
44 m (145 ft)
Number of runway(s)1
Runway surface(s)Asphalt
Longest runway
3660 m (12008 ft)
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Most Common Aircraft Operating from Maputo Airport

When choosing a private jet for your journey, a few factors play a crucial role: number of passengers, distance of the flight, airport capabilities, and specific requirements of your journey. Here are the most frequently chartered aircraft models landing at/taking off from Maputo Airport in 2025: Cessna Citation Sovereign, Embraer Lineage 1000 and Dassault Falcon 2000.

Top 3 aircraft models by number of flight movements to and from Maputo Airport in 2025
Aircraft picture Aircraft model name Seats Speed (km/h) Speed (knots) Range (km) Range (NM)
Cessna Citation Sovereign super midsize jet Cessna Citation Sovereign 9 824 km/h 445 kts 5273 km 2847 NM
Embraer Lineage 1000 vip airliner Embraer Lineage 1000 13 870 km/h 470 kts 7580 km 4093 NM
Dassault Falcon 2000 large jet Dassault Falcon 2000 8-12 887 km/h 479 kts 5652 km 3052 NM

FBO Services at Maputo International Airport (MPM)

With two asphalt runways measuring 3,660 m and 1,700 m, Maputo International Airport supports private aviation operations ranging from turboprops and light jets through to large-cabin business jets. At Maputo International Airport, private jet charter handling is typically coordinated by specialist ground handlers who can meet the aircraft on arrival, manage ramp services, and assist passengers and crew. Below are the main FBO-style providers used for business aviation at MPM.

Mozambique Airport Handling Services (MAHS)

MAHS ground handling operations at Maputo Airport
Ground handling on apron

Mozambique Airport Handling Services (MAHS) provides ground handling services in Mozambique and can coordinate private aviation handling at Maputo, covering the practical elements that matter on arrival and departure, including ramp coordination and passenger support.

National Aviation Services (NAS)

National Aviation Services (NAS) operates in Mozambique with ground handling and cargo services connected to Maputo, supporting the end-to-end airport process for VIP movements, from aircraft handling coordination to passenger flow through the terminal when required.

General Aviation Services (GAS)

Private jet handling by GAS at Maputo Airport
Private jet arrival handling

General Aviation Services (GAS) provides FBO/handler services at Maputo, delivering the core business aviation support expected for private jet movements, including ramp services and operational coordination.

Mozfly Airport Service

Mozfly ground handling at Maputo International Airport
Apron operations at Maputo

Mozfly Airport Service provides local ground handling and flight support services with an on-airport base at Maputo, making it a practical option for coordinating handling, on-the-ground logistics, and day-of-operation support.

Lounge access and dedicated waiting space

VIP lounge access at Maputo Airport for private aviation
VIP airport lounge

For clients who process via the terminal, Pearl Assist services at Maputo can be used to arrange meet-and-assist style support and access to a dedicated lounge space at the airport (including the FNB Lounge).

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