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Cheap flights from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 794

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LLW — JNB
May 6 — May 131
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Malawi to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Malawi to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated 1 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 102

One-way from

R4 794

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R9 254

Good round-trip deal

R8 181 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 509 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 31/5-1/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 15m total
  • Malawi to Johannesburg
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 24/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • Malawi to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R10 837 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 167 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Cheapest flights from Malawi to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malawi to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 May 2025.

Sat 31/514:15LLW - JNB
2 stops10h 00mKenya Airways
Sun 1/612:10JNB - LLW
1 stop25h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/4R8 102
Tue 27/514:10BLZ - JNB
Nonstop2h 25mAirlink
Tue 3/611:15JNB - BLZ
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 29/4R8 213
Sat 31/514:00LLW - JNB
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Fri 22/810:50JNB - LLW
Nonstop2h 20mAirlink
Deal found 30/4R8 418
Fri 16/58:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 20/512:20JNB - LLW
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/4R10 016
Tue 27/59:20BLZ - JNB
Nonstop2h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/612:20JNB - BLZ
Nonstop2h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R10 332
Fri 30/58:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/67:10JNB - LLW
2 stops7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4R10 555
Mon 19/59:10BLZ - JNB
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/512:20JNB - BLZ
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R11 484

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Malawi to OR Tambo 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 1 May 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Malawi

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 31/5

14:15-0:15

2 stops10h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

12:10-13:25

1 stop25h 15m

R8 102

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 31/5

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/8

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R8 418

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

Fri 11/7

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R9 161

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 16/5

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

12:20-15:45

1 stop3h 25m

R10 016

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 30/5

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/6

7:10-15:00

2 stops7h 50m

R10 555

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

Tue 13/5

9:20-11:35

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

7:10-16:40

2 stops9h 30m

R11 800

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

Tue 13/5

17:10-13:05

2 stops19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

14:30-8:40

2 stops18h 10m

R13 286

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 24/5

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

R4 794

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 16/8

14:15-15:50

2 stops25h 35m

R5 426

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 24/5

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R6 021

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Best time to book a flight from Malawi to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Malawi with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 MW to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Malawi to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 May 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Malawi to OR Tambo. 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 1 May 2025.

The most flights from MW0 to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 1 May 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Malawi to Johannesburg, see what other customers have to say about Airlink, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
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Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

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
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
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Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
769 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

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
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
262 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Crew

9,0

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Airlink, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 794. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Emirates (88%), Qatar Airways (83%) and Airlink (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R7 160, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 794. When looking at the most popular route, (Lilongwe Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R8 418 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Malawi to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malawi to OR Tambo 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 Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 3 airlines flying from Malawi to OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Malawi to OR Tambo. 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 1 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 401AverageR8 312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR7 564AverageR8 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 843AverageR10 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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