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R4 345+ Cheap flights to Lilongwe

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— LLW
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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Flights to Lilongwe in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Lilongwe
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Lilongwe. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 March 2026.

Fri 18/914:30
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops19h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 26/98:10
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R6 493
Fri 5/612:30
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 17/616:00
LLW
-
JNB
3 stops21h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/3R6 676
Fri 24/412:30
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 1/516:00
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops21h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/3R6 759
Thu 2/422:50
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops32h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 4/410:20
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R6 776
Thu 2/422:50
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops32h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/410:20
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R6 826
Wed 1/412:30
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 3/416:00
LLW
-
JNB
3 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R6 926
Sun 19/41:15
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops16h 20m
Kenya Airways
Mon 27/418:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/3R6 959
Wed 1/41:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop8h 10m
Kenya Airways
Thu 9/410:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops29h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/3R6 992
Thu 11/68:20
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops23h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 17/68:10
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/3R7 042

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Find the latest flights to Lilongwe in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 10 March 2026.

Return from

R6 676

One-way from

R4 345

Popular in

December

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March

Average price

R7 592
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 5/6-17/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 24h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Lilongwe
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 22/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 3h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Lilongwe
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 7/4

16:00-20:10

3 stops28h 10m

R7 808

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 7/4

16:00-20:10

3 stops28h 10m

R7 808

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 27/4

16:00-13:05

3 stops21h 05m

R7 808

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

14:30-9:40

3 stops19h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 2/5

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R7 808

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

13:30-15:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 31/3

16:00-20:10

3 stops28h 10m

R7 825

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

22:50-9:40

3 stops34h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 25/5

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R7 858
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

14:30-9:40

2 stops19h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 25/5

10:20-12:35

Nonstop2h 15m

R8 407

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

12:30-15:55

Nonstop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 17/6

16:00-16:20

2 stops48h 20m

R8 474

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 15/6

16:00-20:10

3 stops28h 10m

R9 140
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

17:00-11:45

2 stops18h 45m

R4 445

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Best time to book a flight to Lilongwe

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Lilongwe

When is the best time to book a flight to Lilongwe?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Lilongwe. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Lilongwe, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Lilongwe?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Lilongwe takes 2 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Lilongwe from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Lilongwe

The most flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Lilongwe?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lilongwe are Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and Airlink.

Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R7 278
Airlink
Airlink
From R6 951
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R7 017

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Lilongwe?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Lilongwe are Airlink, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Lilongwe by month

Plan your trip to Lilongwe by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lilongwe ranges from 0.0 - 210.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Lilongwe when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Lilongwe by month

Plan your trip to Lilongwe by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lilongwe, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, November is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lilongwe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lilongwe. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lilongwe. Reviews last updated 10 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways to Malawi to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
970 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
296 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

FAQs about flying to Lilongwe

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lilongwe?

    For a flight to Lilongwe, you will be flying into Lilongwe Intl. Lilongwe Intl (LLW) is just 20,4 km from the centre of the city. Lilongwe Intl is the only Lilongwe airport and it handles 3 daily flights from Johannesburg. 3 airlines have flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe Intl on a regular basis.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Lilongwe if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Lilongwe on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Lilongwe?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Airlink is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Lilongwe.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Lilongwe?

    Lilongwe Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Lilongwe. One-way flights to Lilongwe Intl typically cost R2 317, while return flights cost around R2 928.

  • How much is a return flight to Lilongwe?

    A return flight to Lilongwe will typically cost around R8 974, however they can be found for as little as R2 928.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Lilongwe depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Lilongwe, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (2 hours 15 minutes).

  • Does Lilongwe Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Lilongwe Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Lilongwe Intl?

    Yes. Lilongwe Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sigma Court Apartments is the closest property to Lilongwe Intl (8,0 km away from Lilongwe Intl).

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