Lilongwe to Zomba flights
Zomba lies 228 km (142 mi) south-east of Lilongwe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 3 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Lilongwe | Zomba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malawi | Malawi |
| Population | 1.1 million | 118,440 |
| Elevation | 1,056 m (3,465 ft) | 949 m (3,114 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Blantyre) | UTC+2 (Africa/Blantyre) |
| Nearest large airport | LLW, 20 km out | BLZ, 49 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Lilongwe
Lilongwe is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kamuzu International Airport (LLW), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 11,614-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Zomba
Zomba is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Chileka International Airport (BLZ), 49 km (30 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,628 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chileka International Airport | BLZ | 49 km (30 mi) | 7,628 ft | 2,555 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Zomba from Lilongwe?
228 km (142 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Lilongwe.
How long does it take to get from Lilongwe to Zomba by air?
About 1 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lilongwe and Zomba?
No, both are on Africa/Blantyre at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lilongwe to Zomba flights?
Typically Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Chileka International Airport (BLZ).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.