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Beira International Airport

Beira, Mozambique

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Beira International Airport

Beira, Mozambique

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Gateway to central Mozambique on the Indian Ocean coast.

Location

Beira, Mozambique

Beira International Airport (IATA: BEW, ICAO: FQBR) serves Beira, Mozambique's second-largest city and a major port on the Sofala coast. The airport is a key hub for domestic and regional air travel in central Mozambique, connecting the city to Maputo and several southern African destinations. The airport was significantly impacted by Cyclone Idai in March 2019, which caused severe damage to Beira and surrounding infrastructure. Recovery and reconstruction efforts followed in subsequent years. The facility handles both commercial passenger services and cargo operations, supporting Beira's role as a regional trade and logistics center. Operations are managed under Mozambique's national airports authority, AERC (Aeroportos de Moçambique). The airport serves airlines including LAM Mozambique Airlines and regional carriers providing links to Johannesburg, Maputo, and other southern African cities.

Terminals

The airport operates a single terminal handling both domestic and international passenger traffic.

Getting to & from

Ground transport into central Beira is primarily by taxi and private vehicle, with the airport located a few kilometers from the city center.

Airlines here

LAM Mozambique Airlines is the primary carrier, with regional services connecting to South Africa and other Mozambican cities.

Notable facts

›Beira is Mozambique's second-largest city and an important regional port.
›The airport and city sustained severe damage from Cyclone Idai in March 2019.
›The airport supports both passenger and cargo operations for central Mozambique.
›It serves as a key entry point for humanitarian and relief operations in the region.
›Managed by Aeroportos de Moçambique (AERC), the national airports authority.

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Gateway to Mozambique's central coast where the Pungwe meets the sea

Beira International Airport serves Beira, Mozambique's second-largest city and a vital port hub on the Indian Ocean coast. The airport has long been the primary aviation gateway for central Mozambique, connecting the region to domestic routes and select international destinations. Its strategic position supports humanitarian operations, cargo logistics, and regional commerce across the Sofala province.

Terminals

Main Terminal — Single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international arrivals and departures with basic amenities.

Ground Transport

Taxis available outside the terminal for city centre transfers
Private hire vehicles and pre-arranged hotel shuttles
Minibus chapa services operating on shared routes into Beira city
Car rental desks available at or near the terminal

Nearby Hotels

Hotel Tivoli Beira
Miramar Hotel Beira
Hotel Moçambique
Villa das Mangas Garden Hotel

Dining

Dining options inside the terminal are limited, with a small café offering light snacks, beverages, and basic meals. Beira city centre, a short drive away, offers a wider selection of restaurants serving Mozambican seafood, Portuguese-influenced dishes, and local fare. Travellers are advised to eat before arriving at the airport for longer layovers.

Traveller Tips

Arrive well ahead of your flight as security and check-in processes can be slow during peak periods.
Carry local currency (Mozambican Metical) as card payment infrastructure at the airport is limited.
Confirm your flight status directly with the airline, as schedules can change with little advance notice.
Beira's tropical climate means afternoon thunderstorms are common; factor potential weather delays into travel plans.

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Airlines serving this airport

South African Airways

Air Mozambique

Routes

BEW → JNBSA · ER3

BEW → APLTM · EM2 ER4

BEW → JNBTM · DH4

BEW → MPMTM · E90 DH4 ER4 735

BEW → POLTM · EM2

BEW → TETTM · EM2 ER4

BEW → UELTM · EM2

Aircraft operating here

Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia4 routes Embraer RJ1453 routes De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q2 routes Embraer Legacy 6001 routes Embraer 1901 routes Boeing 737-5001 routes

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