Cheap Flights from Maputo to Rio De Janeiro Starting at $705

The route Maputo — Rio De Janeiro is served by a single airline — Airlink. This means that when planning your trip, you won’t need to spend time choosing between dozens of carriers: all flights are operated by one provider, which simplifies the booking process. Despite the limited choice, passengers can still plan ahead, select optimal departure dates, and buy tickets at the lowest price — from $705. Using our service, you can quickly compare available Airlink flights and book a seat in advance at a favorable rate.

Maputo International Airport (MPM) serves as Mozambique’s primary international gateway and the main hub for the capital region, handling a mix of regional carriers and some internationals. The airport typically caters to full-service and regional budget airlines, so fares to/from Maputo can be mid-range compared with larger African hubs. Located about 5–8 km northeast of the city center, travel times are usually 15–30 minutes depending on traffic. Main options are taxis and app-based ride services, with shared shuttle vans and occasional hotel transfers; expect fares to vary from modest local rates up to higher metered taxi costs. Pros: close to downtown and relatively compact, making arrivals and departures straightforward. Cons: facilities can be basic during busy periods and international connections may require transfers at larger hubs.

Rio de Janeiro is served mainly by two airports with distinct roles. Rio–Galeão (Tom Jobim, GIG) is the city's international gateway and a full-service hub typically handling long-haul and premium carriers as well as some domestic flights; it sits about 20–25 km north of downtown and can be reached by taxi or ride-hailing in roughly 30–50 minutes depending on traffic, with airport shuttles and an express rail link offering cheaper alternatives. Santos Dumont (SDU) is closer to the city center, around 2–8 km depending on the neighborhood, and usually handles short-haul and domestic flights operated by regional and low-cost carriers; transfers are often 10–25 minutes by taxi or public bus. Travellers can expect GIG to be pricier on average for transfers but more equipped for international connections, while SDU is typically faster to central Rio for business or leisure visits though space and service options can be more limited during peak times.