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Cheap flights from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 744

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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LLW — JNB
Apr 22 — Apr 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Malawi to OR Tambo

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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 23 March 2026.

Wed 6/514:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
Wed 13/511:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 22/3R8 434
Fri 30/1014:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Fri 6/1110:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 22/3R8 621
Thu 7/514:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
Thu 14/511:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 23/3R8 621
Mon 18/514:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
Fri 22/511:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 23/3R8 638
Sun 28/614:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Sun 12/710:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 18/3R8 689
Sat 21/314:25
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops10h 00m
Kenya Airways
Wed 15/41:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop8h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/3R8 706
Fri 30/1012:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop11h 50m
Kenya Airways
Thu 5/111:35
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops10h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/3R8 757
Sat 2/514:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops10h 00m
Kenya Airways
Fri 8/51:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop12h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 18/3R8 808
Wed 6/514:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Wed 13/510:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 21/3R8 825
Sun 5/714:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
Wed 8/711:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 23/3R8 876
Wed 6/510:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Kenya Airways
Tue 12/51:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop8h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/3R9 046
Sat 11/414:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
Sat 18/411:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 19/3R9 046

Find 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 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 434

One-way from

R4 744

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R9 488

Good round-trip deal

R7 840 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 334 or less
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  • Airlink
  • 6/5-13/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Malawi to Johannesburg
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  • Airlink
  • 8/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Malawi to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 586 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 16/4

10:15-15:50

2 stops29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

17:00-9:25

1 stop16h 25m

R8 195
Fastest return journey

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

Fri 26/6

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R8 434

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 6/5

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R8 434

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

Thu 7/5

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R8 621

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

Mon 18/5

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R8 638

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 28/6

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R8 689

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 7/5

10:15-0:15

2 stops14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

1:15-9:25

1 stop8h 10m

R8 740

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 6/5

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R8 774

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

Sun 5/7

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R8 876

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

Sat 11/4

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R9 046

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R4 217). Flying from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of R7 583). 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 23 March 2026.

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

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 23 March 2026.

The most flights from MW0 to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from Malawi to Johannesburg delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between Malawi and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 89 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Malawi to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Malawi to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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 23 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

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

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

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
975 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

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
300 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

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.

  • How long is the flight from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Airlines like Kenya Airways and Airlink fly from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 2h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 27h 10m. There are 1355 km between Malawi and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 244. 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 (99%), Qatar Airways (97%) and KLM (97%).

  • 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 R9 932, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 172. When looking at the most popular route, (Lilongwe Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R8 689 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R4 217). Flying from Malawi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of R7 583). 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 23 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR4 355AverageR8 022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 092AverageR8 202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 828AverageR10 169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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