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Kamuzu Intl (FWKI/LLW) — Lilongwe, Malawi

At a glance

Operating hours: 05:30–17:00 UTC (on request)
Customs: 04:00–17:00 UTC
Port of entry: Yes
Fuel: JET A-1, AVGAS
Tower: 118.7
Runways: 14/32
Elevation: 4,035 ft

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 2/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-04

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: FWKI
Name: Kamuzu Intl
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -13.7894
Longitude: 33.780998
Elevation: 4035 ft
Country: Malawi
Municipality: Lilongwe
IATA Code: LLW
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: FWLL
Timezone: Africa/Blantyre
Distance from City: 24.9 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 14/32

Designation: 14/32
Dimensions: 11614 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: HIRL, REIL both ends
NAVAIDs: ILS 14, VOR/DME (DVL 114.90), NDB (KG 305, LH 378)
Approach Types: ILS, VOR/DME, NDB
Remarks: RWY14 elev 4028ft, RWY32 elev 4022ft. True hdg 131/311. Mag var 5.8W. Pattern alt 5035ft MSL

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.700 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: 128.000 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 124.700 MHz
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 05:30 – 17:00

Tuesday 05:30 – 17:00

Wednesday 05:30 – 17:00

Thursday 05:30 – 17:00

Friday 05:30 – 17:00

Saturday 05:30 – 17:00

Sunday 05:30 – 17:00

Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: 05:30-17:00 UTC (07:30-19:00 local). Extended hours on request. Tower: 04:00-17:00 UTC

Contacts

AIS Tel: +265 1 700 766
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +265 997142626
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://adlmw.com/airport/kamuzu-international-airport/
Remarks: Ground handling: Lilongwe Handling Co, Jetmate Aviation, Jetplus Aviation Services. ADL info desk: +265 997142626, [email protected]

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: Department of Civil Aviation, PO Box 322, Lilongwe 3, Malawi. Permit required min 48 hours before flight
Remarks: No slot coordination required. Landing permit required for international operations

Customs

Open: 04:00
Close: 17:00
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Passenger service charge: USD 30 (intl non-resident), MWK 1500 (nationals/residents intl), MWK 200 (domestic)

Fees

Landing Fee: 15000 MWK per metric ton MTOW
Parking Fee: 8000 MWK per metric ton per 24h
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: MWK
Remarks: Landing permit required for international flights — apply 48hrs prior via DCA Malawi

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-04
Remarks: Puma Energy. Landlocked country; fuel imported overland. Supply subject to availability — confirm prior to arrival.

Fuel Type: AVGAS
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-04
Remarks: AVGAS available per AC-U-KWIK. Confirm availability in advance.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
APIS Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Aircrew do not require visas; passports must have min 3 months validity. Crew licenses accepted in lieu of visa

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: No curfew. High-altitude airport (4035ft / 1230m AMSL)

Alternates

FWDW

ICAO: FWDW
Name: Dwangwa Airport
Distance (NM): 79.0
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: Not recorded
Immigration Remarks: N/A

FWMG

ICAO: FWMG
Name: Mangochi Airport
Distance (NM): 95.9
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: Not recorded
Immigration Remarks: N/A

FWCL

ICAO: FWCL
Name: Chileka Intl
Distance (NM): 132.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International airport of entry. Visa on arrival available for many nationalities. Immigration processing 15-45 min.

Airport Services

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Malawi Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require permits. Same documentation requirements apply.

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NOTAMs

No live NOTAM source covers FWKI. Check the official AIS before flight.

Nearby Airports

FWLE Old Lilongwe Airport 12 NM FWCS Ntchisi Airport 25 NM FWSM Salima Airport 47 NM FWKG Kasungu Airport 50 NM FWTK Mtakatata Airport 51 NM FWMC Mchinji Airport 51 NM FWLP Lifupa Airport 58 NM FWKK Nkhota Kota Airport 60 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of FWKI?: Kamuzu Intl operates from 05:30 to 17:00 (on request).
What is the tower frequency at FWKI?: The tower frequency at Kamuzu Intl is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at FWKI?: Kamuzu Intl offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does FWKI require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Kamuzu Intl (Malawi). Permit details for Malawi
Is customs available at FWKI?: Yes, customs at Kamuzu Intl is available from 04:00 to 17:00.
Where is FWKI located?: Kamuzu Intl (FWKI) is located in Lilongwe, Malawi.
What is the IATA code for FWKI?: The IATA code for Kamuzu Intl is LLW.
Does FWKI have an ILS approach?: Yes, Kamuzu Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 14/32.
Is FWKI a port of entry?: Yes, Kamuzu Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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