CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
2,931 km
1,821 miles
LIX
Likoma Island
Malawi
Distance
2,931 km
1,821 mi / 1,583 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
38°
northeast

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CPT LIX
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Likoma Island Airport
IATA Code CPT LIX
ICAO Code FACT FWLK
City Cape Town Likoma Island
Country South Africa Malawi
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 151 ft 1,600 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -12.080000, 34.730000

Cape Town (CPT) to Likoma Island (LIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Likoma Island Airport (LIX) in Likoma Island, Malawi is 2,931 kilometers (1,821 miles / 1,583 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 South Africa with Malawi. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:26 in Cape Town, it's 03:26 in Likoma Island.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,449 feet between the two airports. Likoma Island Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Likoma Island (LIX) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 211° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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