Q: Can I fly back to Johannesburg from Malawi?

Returning to Johannesburg from Malawi COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Malawi are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Johannesburg. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Malawi are not required to quarantine after entering Johannesburg.

Question 1

How popular is this Johannesburg to Malawi flight route?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Johannesburg to Malawi have been viewed 4 519 times in the past calendar month.

Question 2

Can I fly to Malawi from Johannesburg right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions from Johannesburg to Malawi

Most visitors from Johannesburg need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Malawi.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Johannesburg must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to Malawi.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Johannesburg are not required to quarantine after entering Malawi.

Documents
Health Declaration Form - Travelers must complete a health declaration form before their travel.

Travel Surveillance Form - Must be completed and presented upon arrival.

Question 3

Can I fly back to Johannesburg from Malawi?

Accepted Answer

Returning to Johannesburg from Malawi

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Malawi are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Johannesburg.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Malawi are not required to quarantine after entering Johannesburg.

Question 4

What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Malawi?

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While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Malawi is generally R6 167, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R3 716. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lilongwe Intl), you can expect to pay R8 527 for that flight.

Question 5

Can I find flights from Johannesburg to Malawi for under R6 000 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg to Malawi for under R6 000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just R5 982, but on average you can expect to pay R6 889.

Question 6

Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Malawi for under R9 000 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Johannesburg to Malawi under R9 000. A good price for a direct flight from Johannesburg to Malawi is less than R9 418.

Question 7

Are there last-minute flights available from Johannesburg to Malawi for under R6 300?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Johannesburg to Malawi within the next 7 days for less than R6 300.

Question 8

Which airlines flying from Johannesburg to Malawi have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

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Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, and South African flying from Johannesburg to Malawi have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Question 9

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Malawi?

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To save on the cost of your flight from Johannesburg to Malawi, book at least 60 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 30% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R7 230 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R8 705.

Question 10

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

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Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to Malawi. Flights to Malawi from Johannesburg in September are about R7 134 on average during September, but can be found for as low as R5 268.

Question 11

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Malawi (JNB - MW)?

Accepted Answer

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Malawi as you normally would.

Question 12

What airports serve Johannesburg to Malawi flights?

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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.

Question 13

Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Malawi?

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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.

Question 14

What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Malawi?

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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.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Kenya Airways	CheapestR4 126	AverageR5 302	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	COVID-19 safety	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR6 304	AverageR8 884	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	COVID-19 safety	Search Ethiopian Air flights
South African	CheapestR7 486	AverageR7 992	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	COVID-19 safety	Search South African flights

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