Cheap Flights to Portuguese Island

Maputo Intl. Airport (MPM) is the only airport that serves Portuguese Island.

The journey from Maputo Intl. Airport (MPM) to downtown Portuguese Island is fairly long. You'll need to travel 32 kilometres before you can drop your bags at your hotel in the city.

With just one main airport servicing Portuguese Island, it won't take much time to get your hands on the best flight. You'll be taking off to Mavalane Intl. Airport, which sits around 32 kilometres from the centre of town.

There are 8 air carriers connecting Portuguese Island with 18 airports across the world.

Portuguese Island receives the highest number of flights from Airlink, LAM - Mozambique Airlines and Turkish Airlines with Airlink being the number one choice of carrier. Johannesburg is the most popular city for travellers to depart from.

With 160 direct flights running every week, you'll be hitting the runway in Portuguese Island before you can ask, "Are we there yet?"

Flights to Portuguese Island departing from Johannesburg, Beira and Nampula airports are the most in demand.

If it's Johannesburg you're departing, you'll be in the sky for around 1 hour and 10 minutes before you touchdown in Portuguese Island. Terminal to terminal from Beira typically takes 1 hour and 35 minutes and from Nampula, the average flight time is 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Don't leave booking your flight to Portuguese Island until the last possible moment. That's one trick savvy travellers use to get the best prices. Booking in advance means more options and more affordable flights. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and find out if there is more than one airport at your destination. Prices often differ depending on which airport you use. Be sure to compare fares across air carriers as well. Lastly, be prepared to book quickly if you stumble on a great deal. It might not be available for too long! With a bit of knowledge and a little luck, the ideal airfare will be yours.

We've rounded up all the info you need to make your flight an enjoyable experience. Follow our tips and you'll be hightailing it through the airport and seeing the best of Portuguese Island in next to no time. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The trick to having a stress-free flight experience is to plan ahead. So, let's start with the basics: passport, travel docs, cash and daily medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help while away those hours, like your laptop or a good read. It's also a wise idea to pack your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones. Finally, be sure to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, lip balm and a fresh change of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don't have sharp or pointed objects lurking in the bottom of your hand luggage. Other banned items include explosive or flammable products, like aerosols and matches, and liquids and gels in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

• Choose comfort over style. Prepare for changes in temperature by dressing in layers, and opt for flat, slightly roomy footwear like slip-ons.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by prolonged inactivity, can be a risk on long-haul flights. Try to walk around the cabin and stretch your legs or do some simple exercises in your seat to improve your circulation.

The answer is simple — be organised. We've pulled together some tips and tricks for a hassle-free trip through security. Watch out Portuguese Island, here you come:

• Your ID and travel documents will need to be presented to airport security. Keep them within easy reach to avoid fumbling around for them.
• Next up is the X-ray machine. Empty your pockets and remove anything that is likely to beep. This includes things like headphones or earphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll all need to go on the X-ray conveyor belt.
• Your electronic devices like phones and laptops will also have to go on a tray to be scanned. No need to worry though, you'll be back online soon enough.
• Any liquids or gels, such as toothpaste or perfume, that you want to bring on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), zip-lock bag.
• Slip-on shoes are a great footwear choice as you're less likely to have to remove them when passing through security. Hiking boots and other bulky shoes are often subjected to additional screening.
• Pocket knives and other sharp items are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so pack them in your checked suitcase.