Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Malawi from R4 327

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 25/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LLW
Okt 12 — Okt 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Malawi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Malawi flight deals. Data was last updated 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 747

One-way from

R4 327

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R8 532
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 25/10-29/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 22h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Malawi
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 25/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Malawi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R10 318 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 791 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Malawi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Malawi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Sa 25/1014:30JNB - LLW
3 stops19h 10mEthiopian Air
Mi 29/108:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9R7 747
Do 25/91:25JNB - LLW
2 stops14h 25mKenya Airways
Mo 29/916:40LLW - JNB
1 stop7h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/9R7 765
Mi 17/917:00JNB - LLW
1 stop20h 25mKenya Airways
Mi 24/914:15LLW - JNB
2 stops20h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/9R7 782
Sa 25/101:25JNB - LLW
1 stop8h 00mKenya Airways
Sa 1/113:30LLW - JNB
1 stop20h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/9R7 922
Do 11/912:10JNB - LLW
2 stops27h 40mKenya Airways
Mo 29/916:40LLW - JNB
1 stop7h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/9R7 939
Do 9/1022:50JNB - LLW
3 stops34h 50mEthiopian Air
Do 16/108:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9R8 009
Fr 26/912:20JNB - LLW
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Mo 29/916:00LLW - JNB
3 stops21h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9R8 026
Fr 24/101:25JNB - LLW
1 stop12h 00mKenya Airways
Mi 29/1010:15LLW - JNB
2 stops24h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/9R8 061
Mo 15/912:20JNB - LLW
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Sa 27/916:00LLW - JNB
3 stops28h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9R8 096
Sa 1/1117:00JNB - LLW
1 stop16h 25mKenya Airways
Sa 29/113:30LLW - JNB
1 stop7h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/9R8 183
Do 2/1017:00JNB - LLW
2 stops22h 50mKenya Airways
Do 9/1014:15LLW - JNB
2 stops10h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/9R8 288
So 14/91:25JNB - LLW
2 stops14h 25mKenya Airways
Sa 27/914:15LLW - JNB
2 stops10h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/9R8 323

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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 25/9

1:25-15:50

2 stops14h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Di 30/9

14:15-15:50

2 stops25h 35m

R7 765

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 26/10

12:05-17:35

2 stops29h 30m

Lilongwe Intl

Sa 1/11

3:30-0:25

1 stop20h 55m

R7 922

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 25/10

12:10-9:25

1 stop21h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Mi 29/10

10:15-0:25

2 stops14h 10m

R7 939

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 9/10

22:50-9:40

3 stops34h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Do 16/10

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R8 009

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 2/10

12:10-15:50

2 stops27h 40m

Lilongwe Intl

Do 9/10

14:15-0:25

2 stops10h 10m

R8 288

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 22/12

12:05-15:15

1 stop27h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Do 1/1

10:15-0:25

2 stops14h 10m

R8 585

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 4/2

1:35-9:25

1 stop7h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Sa 7/2

3:30-0:25

1 stop20h 55m

R8 759

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 25/10

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Sa 1/11

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

R8 864

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 27/12

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Sa 3/1

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

R8 864

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 2/10

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Sa 4/10

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

R8 881

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Malawi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Malawi

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Malawi (average of R371). Flying from Johannesburg to Malawi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R488). 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 MW?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Malawi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Malawi in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Malawi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Malawi. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Malawi flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Malawi

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Malawi. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to MW0 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 12 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, Qatar Airways, andEthiopian Air from Johannesburg to Malawi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

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
8,6
Very Good

Comfort

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

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

Comfort

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

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

Comfort

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

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

Comfort

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

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 Johannesburg to Malawi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Malawi flights?

    In many cases, travellers who are going to Malawi from Johannesburg will be leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport. This is the largest and busiest airport in the city with a potential for 28 million passengers each year. Some passengers will choose to fly out of Lanseria International Airport, instead. This is a quieter and smaller airport near Johannesburg. Travellers will disembark the plane at Lilongwe International Airport if going to Lilongwe. Those going to Blantyre can leave the plane at Chileka International Airport, which is 16 kilometres from the city centre. The airport offers flights to Addis Ababa, Nairobi, Johannesburg, and Dar es Salaam.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Malawi?

    Passengers who are visiting Blantyre will have limited direct, nonstop flights available. These are offered by Ethiopian Airlines and last around 2h 30m. There are also direct flights into Lilongwe available through South African Airways and Ethiopian Airlines. While direct flights are highly limited to Malawi, there are dozens of stopover flights available. Some of the airlines offering them include Kenya Airways, British Airways, and RwandAir. In most cases, for this flight, the direct options are less expensive while getting to Malawi quicker than stopover flights. The quickest stopover flights into Lilongwe are around 4h 45m in length.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Malawi?

    When it comes to single stop flights, there are more than a dozen options daily going into Lilongwe. Flights may stop down at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Harare Airport, or Lusaka, among others. Some of the flights have additional stops. These tend to be the longest as well as the most expensive for these locations. Going into Lilongwe, travellers might stop at Lusaka Airport and Harare Airport or Addis Ababa Airport and Dar es Salaam Airport. A quick two-stop stopover flight will take around 8h 55m, while longer ones can be twice that long.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Malawi?

    Visiting Malawi from Johannesburg does not require a visa. Instead, travellers must have a passport to take this flight.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Malawi?

    Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Airlink can get you from Johannesburg to Malawi in just under 2h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 32h 35m. There are 1355 km between Johannesburg and Malawi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Malawi?

    Before booking your flight to Malawi from Johannesburg, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (46%), Emirates (46%), Airlink( 46%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Malawi?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Malawi is generally R7 469, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 702. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lilongwe Intl), you can expect to pay R7 468 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Malawi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Malawi?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Malawi (average of R371). Flying from Johannesburg to Malawi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R488). 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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AirlinkCheapestR5 127AverageR9 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 893AverageR7 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 478AverageR9 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 518AverageR19 150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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