Mfuwe International Airport (FLMF)
Large airport · Mfuwe, Eastern Province, Zambia
Airport data
| Name | Mfuwe International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | FLMF |
| IATA | MFU |
| Elevation | 1,853 ft (565 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | S 13°15'32" E 31°56'12" -13.25890, 31.93660 |
| Location | Mfuwe, Eastern Province, Zambia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 7,349 ft (2240 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Mfuwe International Airport at a glance
Mfuwe International Airport is a large airport in Mfuwe, Eastern Province, Zambia, known to airline systems as MFU. The field elevation of 1,853 ft (565 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at FLMF are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 09/27, offers 7,349 ft (2240 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09 points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for FLMF shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Mfuwe International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kamuzu International Airport | FWKI | 208 km (112 NM) |
| Dwangwa Airport | FWDW | 252 km (136 NM) |
| Mzuzu Airport | FWUU | 302 km (163 NM) |
| Peter Zuze Air Force Base | FLND | 356 km (192 NM) |
| Lichinga Airport | FQLC | 360 km (194 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Mfuwe International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,853 ft field elevation of Mfuwe International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 10 airports and airfields we list for Zambia — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Mfuwe International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Mfuwe International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Mfuwe International Airport is FLMF, and its IATA code is MFU. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Mfuwe International Airport above sea level?
Mfuwe International Airport sits at an elevation of 1,853 feet (565 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Mfuwe International Airport located?
The airport lies at -13.2589, 31.9366 — in Mfuwe, Eastern Province, Zambia, in the southern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Kamuzu International Airport, about 208 km away.
Does FLMF publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for FLMF appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Mfuwe International Airport?
Mfuwe International Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 7,349 ft (2240 m) with a ASP surface.