MJS · · Maganja da Costa Airport

Maganja da Costa Airport (MJS)

Maganja, Mozambique · small airport · -17.309° 37.500° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeMJS
ICAO Code
Typesmall airport
NameMaganja da Costa Airport
MunicipalityMaganja
CountryMozambique
ContinentAF
Latitude-17.309° S
Longitude37.500° E
Elevation215 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMozambique
ISO Code
RegionMaganja
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Maputo
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+2
DST OffsetUTC+2
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving MJS

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

🌡 Climate — Tropical (17.3°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

Maganja da Costa Airport (MJS) is a small regional airport serving the Maganja da Costa district in Mozambique's Zambezia Province. Located in a rural area of central-eastern Mozambique, it primarily supports light aviation and charter operations connecting the local community to larger hubs. The facility reflects the modest but vital role small airfields play in linking Mozambique's interior regions to the national transport network.

💡 Local Tip
Carry cash in Mozambican meticais for any ground transport or local services, as card payment facilities are rare in Maganja da Costa and nearby villages.
🚖 Getting There

Getting to the airport typically requires a private vehicle or local taxi, as there is no public transit serving the facility. The road from Maganja da Costa town to the airport may be unpaved, so a 4x4 or high-clearance vehicle is recommended, especially during the rainy season. Travelers should arrange ground transport in advance as ride-hailing services are unavailable in this rural area.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of airport is Maganja da Costa Airport?
A: It is classified as a small airport, primarily serving light aircraft and regional flights within Mozambique.

Q: Does Maganja da Costa Airport have scheduled commercial service?
A: Scheduled commercial service is limited or unavailable; flights are typically charter or private operations serving the local area.

Q: Where is the airport located?
A: The airport is situated near the town of Maganja da Costa in Zambezia Province, central Mozambique, near the coast roughly 40 km inland from the Indian Ocean.

Q: Are there customs and immigration facilities at MJS?
A: As a small domestic field, formal customs and immigration services are not typically available, limiting it to domestic operations.

AI-generated content · Generated Jun 28, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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