Chileka International Airport (BLZ)
Chileka International Airport is a large airport in Blantyre, Malawi. It has IATA code BLZ and ICAO code FWCL.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| IATA code | BLZ |
| ICAO code | FWCL |
| Airport name | Chileka International Airport |
| Type | large airport |
| City / municipality | Blantyre |
| Country | Malawi |
| Region | Blantyre District |
| Coordinates | -15.677189, 34.972319 |
| Elevation | 2555 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Length | Length (m) | Surface | Lighted | Designator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7628 ft | 2,325 m | ASP | Yes | 10 |
| 4501 ft | 1,371 m | ASP | No | 15 |
Location
Chileka International Airport sits at latitude -15.677189, longitude 34.972319 at an elevation of 2555 ft in Blantyre District, Malawi. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into a map service.
Nearby airports
VUU — Mvuu Camp Airport 100 km · Liwonde National ParkTET — Tete Airport 150 km · TeteCMK — Club Makokola Airport 153 km · Club MakokolaMYZ — Monkey Bay Airport 177 km · Monkey BayFXO — Cuamba Airport 193 km · CuambaVJQ — Gurue Airport 217 km · GurueLMB — Salima Airport 218 km · SalimaCMZ — Caia Airport 243 km · Caia
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Chileka International Airport?
Chileka International Airport uses IATA code BLZ and ICAO code FWCL.
Where is Chileka International Airport?
Chileka International Airport is located in Blantyre, Malawi, at -15.677189, 34.972319.
What is the difference between IATA and ICAO codes?
IATA codes are the three-letter passenger-facing codes printed on tickets; ICAO codes are the four-letter codes used for flight planning and air traffic control.