GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
7,227 km
4,491 miles
LLW
Lilongwe
Malawi
Distance
7,227 km
4,491 mi / 3,902 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
150°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

GVA LLW
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Lilongwe International Airport
IATA Code GVA LLW
ICAO Code LSGG FWKI
City Geneva Lilongwe
Country Switzerland Malawi
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 1,411 ft 4,035 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 -13.790000, 33.780000

Geneva (GVA) to Lilongwe (LLW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) in Lilongwe, Malawi is 7,227 kilometers (4,491 miles / 3,902 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.

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 Switzerland with Malawi. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:11 in Geneva, it's 11:11 in Lilongwe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,624 feet between the two airports. Lilongwe International Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Lilongwe (LLW) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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