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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malawi from R4 591

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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LLW
Dec 16 — Dec 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Malawi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Malawi flight deals. Data was last updated 16 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 611

One-way from

R4 591

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R7 748

Good round-trip deal

R8 939 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 276 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 13/1-20/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 55m total
  • South Africa to Malawi
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 4/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • South Africa to Malawi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 004 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 198 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Malawi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Malawi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 November 2025.

Sun 28/1214:30JNB - LLW
2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 4/110:20LLW - JNB
Nonstop2h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/11R8 465
Sun 28/128:20JNB - LLW
2 stops23h 20mEthiopian Air
Fri 2/18:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R8 516
Sat 22/1111:15JNB - BLZ
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Sat 29/1114:10BLZ - JNB
Nonstop2h 25mAirlink
Deal found 14/11R8 669
Sat 27/1223:00JNB - LLW
2 stops32h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/18:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R8 669
Sat 27/1223:00JNB - LLW
2 stops32h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 2/18:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R8 686
Sun 28/1214:30JNB - LLW
2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/18:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R8 857
Mon 1/1212:30JNB - LLW
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/1216:45LLW - JNB
2 stops35h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R8 891
Tue 30/1223:00JNB - LLW
2 stops32h 30mEthiopian Air
Fri 2/18:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R8 959
Sat 29/1111:15JNB - BLZ
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Sun 30/1114:10BLZ - JNB
Nonstop2h 25mAirlink
Deal found 16/11R9 028
Mon 8/1214:30JNB - LLW
3 stops19h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 7/18:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R9 045
Sat 6/1211:15JNB - BLZ
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Sat 13/1214:10BLZ - JNB
Nonstop2h 25mAirlink
Deal found 14/11R9 062
Tue 30/1223:00JNB - LLW
2 stops32h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/18:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R9 250

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Malawi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 16 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Malawi that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Malawi

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

12:05-9:25

1 stop21h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 20/1

14:15-15:50

2 stops25h 35m

R7 611

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

1:35-9:25

1 stop7h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 7/2

14:15-10:55

2 stops20h 40m

R8 140

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 2/2

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

R8 618

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

23:00-7:40

2 stops32h 40m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 7/2

10:20-12:35

Nonstop2h 15m

R8 686

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

8:20-7:40

2 stops23h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 8/2

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R8 789

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/1

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Sat 14/2

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

R8 840

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/12

14:30-7:40

2 stops17h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 1/1

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R8 857

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

1:35-9:25

1 stop7h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 7/2

3:30-0:25

1 stop20h 55m

R8 908

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Sat 13/12

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

R9 062

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Fri 20/3

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

R9 540

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Malawi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Malawi

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malawi (average of R4 232). Flying from South Africa to Malawi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R7 509). 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 ZA to MW?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 16 November 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% on flights from South Africa to Malawi by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Malawi?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Malawi flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Malawi

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 16 November 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to MW0 are scheduled on a Monday (5 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 16 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, Qatar Airways, andEthiopian Air from South Africa 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
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

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
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

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
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

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
894 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

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
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
287 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

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 South Africa to Malawi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Malawi?

    Airlines like Kenya Airways, Airlink, and Ethiopian Air fly from South Africa to Malawi in about 2h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 30h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1489 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Malawi one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Airlink, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 591. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Malawi for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Malawi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Malawi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malawi (average of R4 232). Flying from South Africa to Malawi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R7 509). 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 4 airlines flying from South Africa to Malawi

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 16 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR4 379AverageR10 588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 825AverageR7 524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 302AverageR10 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 112AverageR18 730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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