Airport Comparison
| ATL | LIX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport | Likoma Island Airport |
| IATA Code | ATL | LIX |
| ICAO Code | KATL | FWLK |
| City | Atlanta | Likoma Island |
| Country | United States | Malawi |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Africa/Blantyre |
| Elevation | 1,026 ft | 1,600 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.640000, -84.430000 | -12.080000, 34.730000 |
Atlanta (ATL) to Likoma Island (LIX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta, United States to Likoma Island Airport (LIX) in Likoma Island, Malawi is 13,437 kilometers (8,349 miles / 7,255 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 84°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Malawi. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:15 in Atlanta, it's 11:15 in Likoma Island. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Likoma Island (LIX) to Atlanta (ATL) follows a heading of 302° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Likoma Island Airport (LIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.