ADD
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
2,385 km
1,482 miles
LIX
Likoma Island
Malawi
Distance
2,385 km
1,482 mi / 1,288 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Heading
191°
south

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ADD LIX
Airport Name Bole International Airport Likoma Island Airport
IATA Code ADD LIX
ICAO Code HAAB FWLK
City Addis Ababa Likoma Island
Country Ethiopia Malawi
Timezone Africa/Addis_Ababa Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 7,630 ft 1,600 ft
Coordinates 8.980000, 38.800000 -12.080000, 34.730000

Addis Ababa (ADD) to Likoma Island (LIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Likoma Island Airport (LIX) in Likoma Island, Malawi is 2,385 kilometers (1,482 miles / 1,288 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 191°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Ethiopia with Malawi. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:35 in Addis Ababa, it's 21:35 in Likoma Island.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,030 feet between the two airports. Likoma Island Airport sits lower than Bole International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Likoma Island (LIX) to Addis Ababa (ADD) follows a heading of 11° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bole International Airport (ADD) and Likoma Island Airport (LIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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