Airport Comparison
| LIX | MSP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Likoma Island Airport | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport |
| IATA Code | LIX | MSP |
| ICAO Code | FWLK | KMSP |
| City | Likoma Island | Minneapolis |
| Country | Malawi | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 1,600 ft | 842 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.080000, 34.730000 | 44.880000, -93.220000 |
Likoma Island (LIX) to Minneapolis (MSP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Likoma Island Airport (LIX) in Likoma Island, Malawi to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States is 13,901 kilometers (8,638 miles / 7,506 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.
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 Malawi with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:30 in Likoma Island, it's 05:30 in Minneapolis. With a 8-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 Minneapolis (MSP) to Likoma Island (LIX) follows a heading of 70° (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 Likoma Island Airport (LIX) and Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.