Airport Comparison
| LIX | MVD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Likoma Island Airport | Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport |
| IATA Code | LIX | MVD |
| ICAO Code | FWLK | SUMU |
| City | Likoma Island | Montevideo |
| Country | Malawi | Uruguay |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre | America/Montevideo |
| Elevation | 1,600 ft | 105 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.080000, 34.730000 | -34.840000, -56.030000 |
Likoma Island (LIX) to Montevideo (MVD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Likoma Island Airport (LIX) in Likoma Island, Malawi to Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) in Montevideo, Uruguay is 9,312 kilometers (5,786 miles / 5,028 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.
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 Uruguay. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:06 in Likoma Island, it's 21:06 in Montevideo. 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 1,495 feet between the two airports. Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport sits lower than Likoma Island Airport.
The return flight from Montevideo (MVD) to Likoma Island (LIX) follows a heading of 100° (east). 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 Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (MVD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.