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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe from R4 348

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 16/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LLW
May 10 — May 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2026.

Tue 14/412:10
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop21h 20m
Kenya Airways
Sun 19/410:20
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops13h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/4R7 319
Sun 3/513:30
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/516:00
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4R7 680
Thu 9/722:00
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops11h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/78:10
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop3h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4R7 729
Tue 26/514:30
JNB
-
LLW
3 stops19h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 29/58:10
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/4R7 762
Mon 25/51:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop12h 15m
Kenya Airways
Fri 29/512:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/4R7 778
Fri 1/517:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop20h 30m
Kenya Airways
Fri 8/512:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop11h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/4R7 794
Mon 30/1112:05
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop25h 20m
Kenya Airways
Thu 10/1210:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/4R7 811
Wed 16/121:35
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop7h 50m
Kenya Airways
Fri 18/1212:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop11h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/4R7 827
Thu 24/121:35
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops10h 10m
Kenya Airways
Thu 31/1210:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/4R7 860

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Lilongwe (LLW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 729

One-way from

R4 348

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R8 598

Good round-trip deal

R9 412 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 993 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/7-13/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 15h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Lilongwe
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 3h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Lilongwe
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 584 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 29/5

16:00-20:10

3 stops28h 10m

R7 762

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

17:00-9:30

1 stop16h 30m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 29/5

12:35-15:50

1 stop27h 15m

R8 598

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 19/9

16:00-13:05

3 stops21h 05m

R9 468

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

22:50-9:40

3 stops34h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 27/5

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R9 517

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 5/7

16:00-3:55

3 stops35h 55m

R9 567
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 29/5

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

R9 862

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 10/5

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

R9 993

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 15/6

16:00-18:30

3 stops26h 30m

R10 305
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

R4 431

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

R4 513

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe (average of R5 530). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 515). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to LLW?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 April 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

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 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

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
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

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
1 001 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

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
6,8
Okay
301 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lilongwe from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Lilongwe Intl (LLW) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe. You should not have trouble finding flights to Lilongwe Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Lilongwe airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 20,4 km journey from Lilongwe Intl (LLW) to Lilongwe’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe will take you 3h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1489 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe round-trip?

    Kenya Airways, at R6 866, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Airlink and Ethiopian Air. Kenya Airways is priced at 15% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Airlink. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 964. Users have also found prices from R4 219 and R4 295 on Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Consider Qatar Airways (69%), Emirates (69%) or Airlink (69%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    On average you can expect to pay R7 538 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe. The cheapest flight overall is R3 731 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lilongwe Intl) is currently priced at R7 762.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe flights have a stopover in Blantyre most of the time. Nairobi sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe flights?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe flights have a stopover in Dar Es Salaam least often. Dar Es Salaam is followed by Addis Ababa in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Lilongwe flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Lilongwe by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe (average of R5 530). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 515). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 10 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 866AverageR7 333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR6 880AverageR8 961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 172AverageR8 682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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