Cheap Flights to Malawi
Flights to Malawi in 2022
Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
| Popular in | June | High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | September | Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop |
| Average price | R7 746 | Average for round-trip flights in June 2022 |
| Round-trip from | R8 031 | From Johannesburg to Malawi |
| One-way from | R158 | One-way flight from Johannesburg to Malawi |
Cheap flights to Malawi in June, July 2022
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Last minute flights to Malawi
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View COVID Travel Restrictions for MalawiWhat is the cheapest month to fly to Malawi?
The cheapest ticket to Malawi found for each month in 2022 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.
When is the best time to fly to Malawi?
Average Lilongwe Intl flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2022 and 2023 by month.
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ZA1 - LLW Price
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R5 436 - R9 443
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LLW Temperature
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17 - 23 °C
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LLW Rainfall
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0 - 102 mm
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When is the best time to book a flight to Malawi?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Malawi, you should look to book at least 61 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.
Which day is cheapest to fly to Malawi?
The cheapest flights to Malawi are usually found when departing on a Wednesday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Saturday.
What time of day is cheapest to fly to Malawi?
Malawi flights can be made cheaper if you choose a flight in the afternoon. Booking a flight in the morning will likely mean higher prices.
How long is the flight to Malawi?
When flying from Johannesburg, you can expect non-stop flights to take between 2h 20min and 3h 25min. Flights with more than one stopover will take closer to 7h. If you're flying from Cape Town, flights will often have a single stopover in Johannesburg and a travel time of around 6h 20min. Flights from Durban often have a couple of stopovers starting in Johannesburg and will take between 6h and 9h 30min.
Are there non-stop flights to Malawi?
You’ll find Malawi flight deals with direct flights from Johannesburg. Flights from Johannesburg depart from OR Tambo International Airport and land at Kamuzu International Airport, Malawi. There are currently no other airports offering non-stop flights to Malawi, Africa. If you’re travelling from Cape Town, you’ll find flights with a single stopover in Johannesburg before going to Malawi. Flights from Durban typically have a single stopover in Johannesburg or multiple stops in Joburg and at Blantyre Chileka Airport.
How do you get from Malawi airport to the city centre?
Flights to Malawi from South Africa will land at Kamuzu International Airport, Malawi in the capital city, Lilongwe. The airport offers a few ways to get to the city centre, including taxis outside of the arrivals terminal that will take you to the city in around 20min depending on traffic. There are local buses that run from the commercial part of the airport to the city and take around 30-40min depending on traffic and stops. There is an airport shuttle bus that can be prearranged and will take you to your hotel in roughly 30min. Local taxi apps are also available to take you around the city.
What are some things to do in Malawi?
Malawi is a landlocked country in the southeast of Africa, bordered by Mozambique and Zambia, and is home to the large Lake Malawi, which offers a variety of activities. Africa is home to a plethora of animals and Malawi has an array of National Parks like Liwonde National Park, where you can see animals like rhinos and elephants near the Shire River. Lake Malawi National Park is a must-see on the banks of Lake Malawi, crowned as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984, spend time viewing the colourful fish and sandy beaches while swimming or kayaking. If you’re looking for a hike with a view, head out to Zomba Massif and scale the mountain of Shire Highlands. You can take a tour of the Shire River and catch a glimpse of hippos, crocodiles, and elephants. If you’re looking for more of an escape, you can make your way to Mumbo Island, an expansive offshore resort with forests and beaches. Chintheche is considered one of Malawi’s best beaches and sits on the northern shore of Lake Malawi with tropical surroundings.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Malawi?
As a South African citizen, you don’t need a visa to visit Malawi for tourist purposes. Your stay cannot exceed 30 days and your passport must be valid for the length of your stay. If you wish to do business, you will need to apply through your local consulate.
