Mzuzu Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 11h 31m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Mzuzu Airport
Mzuzu Airport is an airport serving Mzuzu, the capital city of the Northern Region of the Republic of Malawi.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
FWUULive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 4,291 ft / 1,308 m | 62 ft | Bit | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | AFIS | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LILONGWE CONTROL AREA | Class A | CTA | FL145 | FL999 |
| W601 | Class C | Airway | 7000 ft MSL | FL145 |
| LILONGWE FIR FWLL1 | Class G | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Malawi airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mzuzu Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mzuzu Airport?
The ICAO code for Mzuzu Airport is FWUU, and its IATA code is ZZU.
Where is Mzuzu Airport located?
Mzuzu Airport is medium airport located in Mzuzu, Malawi, at an elevation of 4,115 ft (1,254 m).
How many runways does Mzuzu Airport have?
Mzuzu Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,291 ft / 1,308 m.
What time zone is Mzuzu Airport in?
Mzuzu Airport is in the Africa/Blantyre time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mzuzu Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mzuzu Airport is approximately 4.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mzuzu Airport?
The nearest airport to Mzuzu Airport is Chintheche Aerodrome (MW-0001), about 25.1 nm to the sse, followed by Mzimba Airport and Liuli Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mzuzu Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.