Low-cost carrier Fastjet is moving closer to launching domestic flights in Mozambique, with Solenta Aviation Mozambique preparing operations from Beira Airport (BEW) in Beira in the second half of 2026.
The new airline, Fastjet Mozambique, will begin with three 50-seat regional jets, targeting affordable domestic travel and positioning Beira as a central aviation hub in Mozambique. The move introduces long-awaited competition to LAM Mozambique Airlines, which could mean better connectivity and lower fares for travellers.
Likely launch routes
Although schedules are not yet published, the expected starter network from Beira includes:
- Maputo – main trunk route (likely multiple daily flights)
- Nampula – key north–centre connection
- Tete – mining and business demand
- Pemba – gas projects and northern tourism
- Quelimane – regional connectivity
- Vilanculos – gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelago
Typical startup frequencies are expected to range from daily flights on major routes to 3–5 weekly services on thinner sectors.
Future regional expansion
Once domestic services stabilise, regional routes to Johannesburg, Harare, Dar es Salaam and Lusaka are highly likely.
What travellers should watch for
Still to come:
- Official routes and timetable
- Ticket sales opening
- Launch date confirmation
Airline schedules typically appear 3–4 months before first flights, so major announcements are expected later in 2026.
Bottom line: Fastjet Mozambique's Beira hub could significantly improve domestic travel in Mozambique, making multi-destination trips easier and more affordable.
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