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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Malawi from R5 356

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 15/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LLW
Sep 5 — Sep 121
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 6 August 2026.

Fri 11/915:10 -
3 stops18h 30m
Fri 18/916:00 -
3 stops21h 00m
Deal found 3/8R10 826
Tue 1/97:00 -
1 stop8h 55m
Mon 7/916:40 -
3 stops24h 50m
Deal found 4/8R11 920
Fri 11/96:00 -
2 stops31h 30m
Fri 18/912:35 -
2 stops31h 10m
Deal found 3/8R12 002
Thu 12/119:00 -
2 stops6h 45m
Fri 13/1114:00 -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 4/8R12 786
Tue 4/811:45 -
2 stops21h 45m
Thu 6/810:20 -
2 stops36h 00m
Deal found 3/8R13 276
Thu 1/1013:50 -
3 stops19h 50m
Sat 31/1014:25 -
1 stop22h 35m
Deal found 3/8R13 341
Fri 11/97:00 -
1 stop6h 10m
Fri 18/914:00 -
1 stop28h 35m
Deal found 3/8R13 700
Fri 7/820:55 -
2 stops19h 00m
Fri 14/814:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 3/8R13 749

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 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 826

One-way from

R5 356

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R14 811
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/9-18/9
  • 6 total stops
  • 39h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Malawi
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15/8
  • 15/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Malawi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R8 688 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 584 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

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

14:25-13:00

1 stop22h 35m

R13 341

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

13:50-9:40

3 stops19h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 18/9

10:30-13:00

2 stops26h 30m

R13 896
Fastest return journey

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 452
Cheapest one-way

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/8

20:25-15:55

2 stops19h 30m

R5 356

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

5:45-15:55

2 stops10h 10m

R5 862

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/8

5:45-15:55

1 stop10h 10m

R5 928

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

18:25-13:10

1 stop18h 45m

R7 365

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/10

9:00-13:10

1 stop28h 10m

R7 560

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

9:55-13:10

1 stop27h 15m

R7 756

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT Cape Town Intl - LLW Lilongwe Intl

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/1

16:00-13:10

1 stop21h 10m

R7 903

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Malawi

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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 451). Flying from Cape Town to Malawi in June is currently the most expensive (average of R16 052). 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 6 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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Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

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
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

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
1 021 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

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 19h 50m. Fly via Ethiopian Air 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 451). Flying from Cape Town to Malawi in June is currently the most expensive (average of R16 052). 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 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR5 022AverageR10 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 734AverageR11 971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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