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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Malawi from R5 611

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LLW
Aug 1 — Aug 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Malawi

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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 2 July 2026.

Fri 7/815:10
CPT
-
LLW
3 stops18h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 10/816:30
LLW
-
CPT
3 stops21h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/6R10 878
Sat 25/715:10
CPT
-
LLW
3 stops18h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 1/816:30
LLW
-
CPT
3 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/6R11 288
Mon 27/715:10
CPT
-
LLW
3 stops18h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/816:30
LLW
-
CPT
3 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R11 649
Sun 16/820:40
CPT
-
LLW
2 stops20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/83:30
LLW
-
CPT
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7R11 944
Fri 3/720:55
CPT
-
LLW
2 stops16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/710:20
LLW
-
CPT
3 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6R12 158
Thu 30/715:10
CPT
-
LLW
3 stops42h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 6/816:00
LLW
-
CPT
3 stops22h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R12 371
Fri 7/86:05
CPT
-
LLW
1 stop7h 05m
Airlink
Mon 10/814:00
LLW
-
CPT
1 stop22h 40m
Airlink
Deal found 28/6R12 437
Fri 7/820:55
CPT
-
LLW
2 stops16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/818:25
LLW
-
CPT
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7R12 552

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 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 878

One-way from

R5 611

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R11 551
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 7/8-10/8
  • 6 total stops
  • 40h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Malawi
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9/7
  • 9/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Malawi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R14 797 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R6 171 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/7

15:10-9:40

3 stops42h 30m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 6/8

16:00-14:10

3 stops22h 10m

R12 371

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/8

13:50-9:40

3 stops19h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 10/8

16:30-14:10

3 stops21h 40m

R12 470

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/8

20:55-13:30

2 stops16h 35m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 10/8

18:25-22:20

2 stops27h 55m

R12 552

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/12

14:00-15:45

1 stop25h 45m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 4/1

14:00-18:35

1 stop28h 35m

R13 142

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

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 372

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/7

15:20-15:55

1 stop24h 35m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 1/8

14:00-8:15

1 stop18h 15m

R13 388

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

13:50-15:00

2 stops25h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 8/9

16:00-13:00

3 stops21h 00m

R13 881
Fastest return journey

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/8

14:00-15:55

2 stops25h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 19/8

14:00-19:55

1 stop5h 55m

R13 979
Cheapest one-way

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/8

6:15-15:55

2 stops9h 40m

R5 825

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/8

7:00-15:55

2 stops8h 55m

R5 972

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Deals found on 27/6

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Malawi (average of R4 971). Flying from Cape Town to Malawi in May is currently the most expensive (average of R10 173). 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 2 July 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
89 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

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
89 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
89 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

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
1 008 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
89 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

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 42h 30m. 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Malawi (average of R4 971). Flying from Cape Town to Malawi in May is currently the most expensive (average of R10 173). 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 2 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR5 046AverageR10 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 776AverageR11 968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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