LIX
Likoma Island
Malawi
1,555 km
967 miles
MPM
Maputo
Mozambique
Distance
1,555 km
967 mi / 840 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Blantyre
Heading
188°
south

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LIX MPM
Airport Name Likoma Island Airport Maputo Airport
IATA Code LIX MPM
ICAO Code FWLK FQMA
City Likoma Island Maputo
Country Malawi Mozambique
Timezone Africa/Blantyre Africa/Maputo
Elevation 1,600 ft 145 ft
Coordinates -12.080000, 34.730000 -25.920000, 32.570000

Likoma Island (LIX) to Maputo (MPM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Likoma Island Airport (LIX) in Likoma Island, Malawi to Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique is 1,555 kilometers (967 miles / 840 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south at a heading of 188°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:45 in Likoma Island, it's 06:45 in Maputo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,455 feet between the two airports. Maputo Airport sits lower than Likoma Island Airport.

The return flight from Maputo (MPM) to Likoma Island (LIX) follows a heading of 9° (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 Likoma Island Airport (LIX) and Maputo Airport (MPM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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