BKK
Bangkok
Thailand
7,820 km
4,859 miles
LIX
Likoma Island
Malawi
Distance
7,820 km
4,859 mi / 4,222 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Bangkok
Heading
252°
west southwest

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BKK LIX
Airport Name Suvarnabhumi Airport Likoma Island Airport
IATA Code BKK LIX
ICAO Code VTBS FWLK
City Bangkok Likoma Island
Country Thailand Malawi
Timezone Asia/Bangkok Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 5 ft 1,600 ft
Coordinates 13.680000, 100.750000 -12.080000, 34.730000

Bangkok (BKK) to Likoma Island (LIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, Thailand to Likoma Island Airport (LIX) in Likoma Island, Malawi is 7,820 kilometers (4,859 miles / 4,222 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Thailand with Malawi. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:40 in Bangkok, it's 05:40 in Likoma Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,595 feet between the two airports. Likoma Island Airport sits higher than Suvarnabhumi Airport.

The return flight from Likoma Island (LIX) to Bangkok (BKK) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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