International hub · Lilongwe, Malawi
Lilongwe - Kamuzu International
- Elevation
- 4,035 ft
- Coordinates
- 13°47′S 33°47′E
- Local time
- Africa/Blantyre
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Field information
FWKI runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Lilongwe - Kamuzu International (FWKI/LLW) has one runway, 14/32, 11,614 ft (3,540 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Operating hours: Dly 0400-1700. Outside O/R. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at FWKI, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Blantyre
Country
Malawi
MW
Municipality
Lumbadzi
Elevation
4,035 ft
Position
-13.7894, 33.7810
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
Dly 0400-1700. Outside O/R
Runways · FWKI
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 11,614 ft (3,540 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at FWKI.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Lilongwe - Kamuzu International (FWKI / LLW) in Lilongwe, Malawi, through one 24/7 OCC desk. FWKI is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at FWKI
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Malawi
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Malawi. Applicable permit lead times for Malawi are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Malawi are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at FWKI
Direct FBO and handler coordination at FWKI covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at FWKI
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at FWKI is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to FWKI
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for FWKI: 13° 47′ 22″ S 33° 46′ 52″ E; elevation 4035 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Lilongwe
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Lilongwe. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at FWKI.
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Cargo Operations at FWKI
Support for freighter operations into FWKI covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where FWKI sits in the network
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Operating into FWKI?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Lilongwe - Kamuzu International — one desk for the whole trip.