Via Air
- Companies: South African Airways, Mozambique Airlines
- Duration: Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes (flight time); 5 hours total including transfers
- Distance: 470 kilometers (292 miles)
- Costs: €150 - €250 (depending on the time of booking and season)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Book your flights well in advance and consider downloading the airline's app for mobile check-in and updates regarding flight status.
To travel from Mbombela to Maputo efficiently, consider flying from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP), as it has direct flights to Maputo International Airport (MPM): a quick and straightforward option.
Via Road
- Companies: Road trip on a rental vehicle or personal car
- Duration: Approximately 7 to 8 hours
- Distance: Approximately 470 kilometers (292 miles)
- Costs: €60 - €100 for fuel (round trip) plus €30 for rental (if applicable)
- Roads/Routes: N4 highway (from Mbombela towards the Lebombo Border Post)
Pro Tip: Bring your passport and ensure that your vehicle's documentation is in order to avoid delays at the border.
If you prefer a scenic drive, take the N4 highway towards the border, where you’ll enjoy beautiful landscapes but ensure to check border crossing times as they can vary.