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Nacala International Airport (MNC)

Nacala, Mozambique · medium airport · -14.488° 40.712° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeMNC
ICAO CodeFQNC
Typemedium airport
NameNacala International Airport
MunicipalityNacala
CountryMozambique
ContinentAF
Latitude-14.488° S
Longitude40.712° E
Elevation410 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score500
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMozambique
ISO Code
RegionNacala
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+2
DST OffsetUTC+2
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving MNC

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (14.5°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Nacala International Airport (MNC/FQNC) is a modern airport serving the port city of Nacala in northern Mozambique's Nampula Province. Inaugurated in 2014, it was built to support the Nacala Development Corridor and the deep-water Port of Nacala. It handles domestic and limited regional international flights from a single terminal near the coast.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors confirm flight days and airport operating hours before traveling, as MNC has a limited schedule and the terminal can be very quiet between departures.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis are the most reliable option at MNC; negotiate the fare before departure or arrange a hotel/private transfer. The airport is only a short drive from Nacala city, but allow extra time for the port area and security checks. Public minibuses (chapas) may be available on nearby roads, though they are not convenient with heavy luggage.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Nacala International Airport located?
A: It is in Nacala-Porto, Nampula Province, northern Mozambique, close to the Port of Nacala and about 4–5 km from the city center.

Q: What airlines fly to Nacala International Airport?
A: Service varies, but LAM Mozambique Airlines and regional operators have served MNC with flights to Maputo, Nampula, and occasionally Johannesburg. Always check current schedules.

Q: How do I get from MNC to Nacala city?
A: Taxis and private transfers are the usual options; the drive to central Nacala takes about 10–15 minutes. Agree on the fare before leaving the airport.

Q: Is Nacala International Airport open 24 hours?
A: It generally operates around scheduled flights rather than full 24-hour service, so arrive according to your airline's check-in time and confirm airport hours in advance.
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