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Kamuzu Intl (FWKI/LLW) — Lilongwe, Malawi
Kamuzu Intl (FWKI/LLW) serves Lilongwe, Malawi. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (14/32). Field elevation is 4035 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Runways
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Operations
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Fuel
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Contacts
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Additional Info
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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
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
- GENDEC 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
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: No
- Immigration Remarks: N/A
FWMG
- ICAO: FWMG
- Name: Mangochi Airport
- Distance (NM): 95.9
- Has IFR: No
- Port of Entry: No
- 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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Explore HistoryFrequently 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).
- 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.
- How long is the runway at FWKI?
- The main runway at Kamuzu Intl (14/32) measures 11614 X 148.
- 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.