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Cheap flights from Lilongwe to South Africa from R4 146

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 21/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LLW — JNB
Mar 14 — Mar 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Lilongwe to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lilongwe to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 February 2026.

Sat 14/214:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Mon 16/210:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 10/2R7 307
Fri 30/1014:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Fri 6/1110:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 9/2R7 323
Mon 31/814:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Mon 7/910:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 11/2R7 370
Fri 27/314:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Fri 3/410:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 10/2R7 497
Mon 23/314:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Fri 27/310:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 11/2R7 513
Fri 30/1012:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Kenya Airways
Fri 6/1117:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop20h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/2R7 878
Mon 31/818:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sun 6/91:15
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops16h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/2R7 926
Fri 20/312:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Kenya Airways
Sun 29/317:00
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops24h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/2R7 942
Thu 26/310:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Kenya Airways
Thu 2/412:10
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops23h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/2R7 958
Mon 23/214:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Fri 6/310:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 11/2R7 974
Thu 5/310:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Kenya Airways
Thu 12/317:00
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops18h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/2R8 006
Mon 23/218:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Kenya Airways
Fri 6/317:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop20h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/2R8 101

Find flight deals from Lilongwe to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Lilongwe to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 12 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 307

One-way from

R4 146

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R7 783

Good round-trip deal

R7 337 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 489 or less
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 23/2-6/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Lilongwe to South Africa
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 21/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • Lilongwe to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R9 122 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 632 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 2/3

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R7 307

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 27/3

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R7 497

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 23/3

18:25-15:50

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

1:35-11:45

2 stops10h 10m

R7 878

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 23/2

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R7 974

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 2/3

19:15-15:50

1 stop20h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

17:00-13:25

1 stop20h 25m

R8 164

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 27/3

12:35-15:50

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

1:15-11:45

2 stops10h 30m

R8 307

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 23/2

18:25-10:55

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

1:35-11:45

2 stops10h 10m

R8 339

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 25/2

11:15-0:25

1 stop13h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

1:50-11:45

2 stops9h 55m

R8 514

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 20/4

18:25-15:50

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

1:15-11:45

2 stops10h 30m

R8 577

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 18/4

3:30-10:55

1 stop7h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

1:15-9:25

1 stop8h 10m

R8 577

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Best time to book a flight from Lilongwe to South Africa

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lilongwe to South Africa (average of R3 955). Flying from Lilongwe to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R7 307). 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 LLW to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Lilongwe to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 February 2026.

When flying from Lilongwe to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Lilongwe to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Lilongwe to South Africa. 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 February 2026.

The most flights from LLW to ZA0 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).

How often are flights from Lilongwe to South Africa delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Lilongwe and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 73 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Lilongwe to South Africa 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?

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Lilongwe to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 12 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Lilongwe to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,3

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

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
8,5
Very Good
84 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,3

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

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
958 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,3

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

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
292 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,3

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lilongwe to South Africa?

    For a flight from Lilongwe to South Africa, you will be flying from Lilongwe Intl. Lilongwe Intl (LLW) is just 20,4 km from the centre of the city.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Lilongwe to South Africa in 2h 30m. Fly via Airlink or Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Lilongwe to South Africa is about 1489 km. 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 Lilongwe to South Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Airlink, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 065. Kenya Airways flights start at R4 475 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R5 095 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Lilongwe to South Africa?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Lilongwe to South Africa consider choosing Emirates(90%), Qatar Airways(80%) or KLM(80%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Lilongwe to South Africa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R4 064. While the most popular route (Lilongwe Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for R7 307 on average, our data indicates R8 112 when flying from Lilongwe to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lilongwe to South Africa (average of R3 955). Flying from Lilongwe to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R7 307). 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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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Lilongwe to South Africa. 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 12 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR6 052AverageR9 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 301AverageR9 778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 582AverageR7 596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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