Beira Airport

Overview

Beira International Airport is the main air gateway for Beira, one of Mozambique’s most important coastal cities, and a practical entry point for travel in the country’s central region. Listed as a large airport, it handles both domestic and international traffic and is identified by the codes BEW and FQBR. For travellers, that makes it the airport to look for when booking flights, checking baggage tags, or confirming transfers to and from Beira.

Key Facts

• IATA code: BEW
• ICAO code: FQBR
• Airport type: large airport
• Elevation: 33 ft (10 m)
• Time zone: Africa/Maputo

Runway And Operations

The airport has one main runway, 12/30, measuring 7,874 feet and surfaced in asphalt, with lighting available for operations in low light and after dark. That combination supports reliable aircraft movements for a city that serves as a business, transport, and coastal travel hub. For passengers, the single-runway layout is less something to navigate than a useful detail that explains why weather, visibility, and scheduling can have a direct effect on departures and arrivals.

What This Means For Travellers

Because the airport serves Beira directly, it is a convenient starting point for visitors heading into the city or continuing onward through central Mozambique. The local time zone is Africa/Maputo, so it is worth checking your device and transport bookings on arrival to avoid timing mistakes. When planning pickups, hotel transfers, or meeting times, use the airport’s full name and code to avoid confusion, especially if you are coordinating travel from abroad.