Malawi · International airport
Chileka International Airport (BLZ)
Chileka International Airport is an international airport serving Blantyre (Blantyre District), Malawi. Its IATA code is BLZ and its ICAO code is FWCL. It has 2 runways, the longest 2,325 m long.
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- ICAOFWCL
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- BLZ
- ICAO code
- FWCL
- City
- Blantyre
- Region / province
- Blantyre District
- Country / territory
- Malawi
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 15.6772° S, 34.9723° E
- Elevation
- 779 m (2,555 ft)
- Time zone
- Africa/Blantyre (UTC+02:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 2,325 m (7,628 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 2,325 m7,628 ft | Asphalt |
| 15/33 | 1,372 m4,501 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
8,774 km
Direct flight: ≈ 11 h 30 min
Hanoi (HAN)
8,745 km
Direct flight: ≈ 11 h 25 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
8,421 km
Direct flight: ≈ 11 h
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 124.900 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Air freight to and from Chileka International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Blantyre through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Malawi
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kamuzu International Airport | LLW | 246 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Chileka International Airport?
The IATA code of Chileka International Airport is BLZ and its ICAO code is FWCL. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Chileka International Airport located?
Chileka International Airport is in Blantyre, Blantyre District, Malawi, at coordinates 15.6772° S, 34.9723° E and an elevation of 779 m (2,555 ft).
How far is Chileka International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Chileka International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 8,421 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 8,745 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 8,774 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 11 h.
How long is the runway at Chileka International Airport?
The longest runway at Chileka International Airport is 2,325 m (7,628 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Chileka International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Chileka International Airport (BLZ) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.