Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Lagos ➔ Maputo
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~9,460 km
Average flight time
~11h 32m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Lagos and Maputo aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
The Lagos – Maputo sector links Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM) to Maputo International (FQMA) over 4,799 km great-circle, about 5h44 airborne in a Falcon 8X. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Maputo International (3660 m runway). Onward helicopter transfer available to Bazaruto / Vilanculos.
Departure and arrival airports
Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM)
On the departure side, Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM) serves Lagos from 6.58°N / 3.32°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Evergreen Apple Nigeria; 3900 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Victoria Island / Ikoyi.
Maputo International (FQMA)
On the arrival side, Maputo International (FQMA) serves Maputo from 25.92°S / 32.57°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Everett Aviation FBO; 3660 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Bazaruto / Vilanculos.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 4,799 km · 2,591 NM
- Estimated block time
- 5h44
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 8X (Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Evergreen Apple Nigeria — Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM / LOS)
- Arrival FBO
- Everett Aviation FBO — Maputo International (FQMA / MPM)
- Departure runway
- 3900 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 3660 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Bazaruto / Vilanculos
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Nigéria → Mozambique: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Lagos to Maputo?
About 5h44 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 4,799 km great-circle between DNMM and FQMA.
Which aircraft suits Lagos → Maputo?
A Falcon 8X (Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3660 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Lagos Murtala Muhammed?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Evergreen Apple Nigeria.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Nigéria → Mozambique: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

