Airport
Club Makokola Airport (CMK)
Club Makokola Airport is a private lakeshore airstrip serving The Makokola Retreat and the southern Lake Malawi region, near Mangochi. Compare transfer options to Mangochi, lakeshore lodges, Liwonde, and onward connections to Lilongwe and Blantyre.
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About Club Makokola Airport
Club Makokola Airport is a private airstrip on the southern shore of Lake Malawi, serving The Makokola Retreat and the surrounding Mangochi District. It uses the IATA code CMK and ICAO code FWCM, with a single gravel runway (11/29) of approximately 1.2 km.
The airport primarily handles private aircraft, charter flights and regular direct resort flights from Lilongwe and Blantyre, each about 30 minutes' flying time. With advance notice, customs and immigration can be cleared on site, making the airstrip a convenient gateway for guests arriving at the lakeshore.
Located about 26 km from Mangochi town, roughly 45 minutes by road, the airport sits close to lakeshore lodges and the wider Lake Malawi area. Road connections also link it to Lilongwe and Blantyre, each around 3.5 to 4 hours away.
Passenger facilities are intentionally compact and include a meet and greet service, optional refreshments, a basic waiting area, secured overnight aircraft parking and fuel arranged in advance. The neighbouring resort provides accommodation, dining and leisure options.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Club Makokola Airport operates through a single compact terminal building used for the resort's private and chartered flights. The terminal serves domestic arrivals and departures, while pre-arranged international arrivals can clear customs and immigration on site.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Club Makokola Airport
Transfers
Arrange private transfers from Club Makokola Airport to The Makokola Retreat, nearby lakeshore lodges, Mangochi town and other destinations along Lake Malawi.
Hourly Chauffeur
Book a chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airstrip, business trips, events or excursions around the Mangochi and lakeshore area.
Car Rental
Rent a car through the resort or at Malawi's main airports for independent travel between Club Makokola Airport, Mangochi, Lilongwe and Blantyre.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Club Makokola Airport, The Makokola Retreat, lakeshore lodges and event venues.
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