DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
4,888 km
3,037 miles
LMB
Salima
Malawi
Distance
4,888 km
3,037 mi / 2,639 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
210°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB LMB
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Salima Airport
IATA Code DXB LMB
ICAO Code OMDB FWSM
City Dubai Salima
Country United Arab Emirates Malawi
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 34 ft 1,688 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 -13.760000, 34.580000

Dubai (DXB) to Salima (LMB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Salima Airport (LMB) in Salima, Malawi is 4,888 kilometers (3,037 miles / 2,639 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 210°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Malawi. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:43 in Dubai, it's 19:43 in Salima.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,654 feet between the two airports. Salima Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Salima (LMB) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 28° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Salima Airport (LMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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