ABJ
Abidjan
Ivory Coast
4,794 km
2,979 miles
VXC
Lichinga
Mozambique
Distance
4,794 km
2,979 mi / 2,588 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Abidjan
Heading
116°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

ABJ VXC
Airport Name Port Bouet Airport Lichinga Airport
IATA Code ABJ VXC
ICAO Code DIAP FQLC
City Abidjan Lichinga
Country Ivory Coast Mozambique
Timezone Africa/Abidjan Africa/Maputo
Elevation 21 ft 4,505 ft
Coordinates 5.260000, -3.930000 -13.270000, 35.270000

Abidjan (ABJ) to Lichinga (VXC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) in Abidjan, Ivory Coast to Lichinga Airport (VXC) in Lichinga, Mozambique is 4,794 kilometers (2,979 miles / 2,588 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Ivory Coast with Mozambique. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:44 in Abidjan, it's 17:44 in Lichinga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,484 feet between the two airports. Lichinga Airport sits higher than Port Bouet Airport.

The return flight from Lichinga (VXC) to Abidjan (ABJ) follows a heading of 293° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) and Lichinga Airport (VXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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