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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Malawi from R5 536

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LLW
Sep 16 — Sep 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Malawi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Malawi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 August 2026.

Tue 27/1015:25 -
3 stops18h 15m
Sat 7/1116:00 -
3 stops22h 35m
Deal found 12/8R10 942
Wed 19/810:50 -
2 stops22h 40m
Sat 22/814:15 -
2 stops18h 00m
Deal found 15/8R11 347
Tue 29/919:35 -
2 stops13h 55m
Tue 6/1014:15 -
2 stops32h 30m
Deal found 15/8R11 833
Thu 10/95:45 -
2 stops30h 00m
Sat 26/914:15 -
2 stops33h 20m
Deal found 13/8R12 140
Mon 17/810:15 -
1 stop5h 40m
Sat 22/83:30 -
2 stops28h 45m
Deal found 16/8R12 836
Wed 30/920:25 -
2 stops19h 30m
Sun 4/1014:00 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 14/8R12 869
Mon 28/97:00 -
1 stop8h 55m
Mon 5/1016:00 -
3 stops30h 20m
Deal found 14/8R13 014
Sun 11/109:00 -
2 stops6h 55m
Mon 2/1114:00 -
1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 15/8R13 063
Thu 8/107:00 -
2 stops8h 55m
Sun 1/1114:00 -
1 stop6h 25m
Deal found 15/8R13 128
Thu 8/107:00 -
2 stops8h 55m
Wed 4/1114:00 -
1 stop6h 20m
Deal found 15/8R13 176
Mon 12/106:15 -
2 stops9h 40m
Sun 1/1114:00 -
1 stop6h 45m
Deal found 15/8R13 225
Mon 12/108:50 -
2 stops7h 05m
Mon 2/1114:00 -
1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 15/8R13 257

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Malawi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to Malawi flight deals. Data was last updated 17 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 942

One-way from

R5 536

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R14 682
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 27/10-7/11
  • 6 total stops
  • 40h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Malawi
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26/8
  • 26/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Malawi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R6 858 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 331 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

5:45-11:45

2 stops30h 00m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 26/9

14:15-23:35

2 stops33h 20m

R12 140

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

7:00-15:55

1 stop8h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 5/10

16:00-22:20

3 stops30h 20m

R13 014
Fastest return journey

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

18:25-13:10

1 stop18h 45m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 7/11

14:00-9:45

1 stop19h 45m

R14 083

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

15:20-13:10

1 stop21h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 31/10

14:00-9:45

1 stop19h 45m

R14 277

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

15:10-9:40

3 stops18h 30m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 4/10

10:30-14:10

2 stops27h 40m

R14 682

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

13:50-9:40

3 stops19h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 26/9

10:30-14:10

3 stops27h 40m

R14 908

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

13:50-15:00

3 stops25h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 31/10

16:00-14:10

3 stops22h 10m

R15 005

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

13:50-9:40

3 stops19h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 31/10

14:05-13:00

1 stop22h 55m

R15 086
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/8

20:25-15:55

2 stops19h 30m

R5 536

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/1

13:15-13:10

1 stop23h 55m

R7 851

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 13/8

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Malawi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Malawi

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Malawi?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Malawi (average of R10 246). Flying from Cape Town to Malawi in June is currently the most expensive (average of R15 912). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malawi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malawi. 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 Malawi. Reviews last updated 17 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink and Ethiopian Air from Cape Town to Malawi by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
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Food

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

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
92 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
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Food

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

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
1 029 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

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 Cape Town to Malawi. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to Malawi?

    If you book a flight to Malawi from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Malawi?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Malawi in 18h 45m. Fly via Airlink to get the fastest option. There are 2715 km between Cape Town and Malawi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Malawi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Malawi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Malawi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Malawi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Malawi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Malawi 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 Cape Town to Malawi?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Malawi (average of R10 246). Flying from Cape Town to Malawi in June is currently the most expensive (average of R15 912). 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 2 airlines flying from Cape Town to Malawi

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Malawi. 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 17 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR4 978AverageR11 017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 658AverageR11 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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