What is the cheapest way to get from Kigali to Maputo?

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Maputo is to bus which costs $260 - $400 and takes 5 days 15h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kigali to Maputo?

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Maputo is to fly which takes 11h 17m and costs $460 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Kigali and Maputo?

No, there is no direct bus from Kigali to Maputo. However, there are services departing from Nyabugogo Bus Park and arriving at Karl Max Av via Nairobi, Dar Es Salaam and Kerk St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5 days 15h.

How far is it from Kigali to Maputo?

The distance between Kigali and Maputo is 2694 km. The road distance is 3590.1 km.

How do I travel from Kigali to Maputo without a car?

The best way to get from Kigali to Maputo without a car is to bus which takes 5 days 15h and costs $260 - $400.

How long does it take to get from Kigali to Maputo?

It takes approximately 11h 17m to get from Kigali to Maputo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigali to Maputo bus from?

Kigali to Maputo bus services, operated by Trinity Express, depart from Nyabugogo Bus Park station.

Bus or fly from Kigali to Maputo?

The best way to get from Kigali to Maputo is to fly which takes 11h 17m and costs $460 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs and takes 2 days 22h.

Where does the Kigali to Maputo bus arrive?

Kigali to Maputo bus services, operated by Trinity Express, arrive at Duruma Rd station.

Can I drive from Kigali to Maputo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Maputo is 3590 km. It takes approximately 2 days 14h to drive from Kigali to Maputo.

Where can I stay near Maputo?

There are 123+ hotels available in Maputo.

Kigali to Maputo - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kigali to Maputo by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Maputo International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kigali (KGL) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)KGL - MPM
11h 17m
$461–791
Fly to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Kigali (KGL) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)KGL - MQP
2. Drive from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to Maputo
13h 28m
$249–746
Bus via Lusaka
1. Take the bus from Kigali to Kampala
2. Take the bus from Berelay Rd to Tunduma Terminal
3. Take the bus from Nakonde to Lusaka
4. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to 77 Nugget St
5. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Maputo
2d 22h
Drive 3,590.1 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Maputo3,590.1 km
2d 14h
$462–668
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Duruma Rd
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam
3. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg
4. Take the bus from Kerk St to Karl Max Av
5d 15h
$269–391

Kigali (KGL) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) flights

22Weekly Planes

11h 22mAverage Duration

$275Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 2,693.9 km
Duration: 11h 17m

What companies run services between Kigali, Rwanda and Maputo, Mozambique?

Rwandair Express, Airlink, and Kenya Airways fly from Kigali (KGL) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kigali to Maputo via Kampala, Berelay Rd, Tunduma Terminal, Nakonde, Lusaka, Intercity Bus Terminus, 77 Nugget St, Cbd, Park Station, and Johannesburg in around 2d 22h.

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