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Cheap flights from Lilongwe to South Africa from R4 140

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 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LLW — JNB
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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 29 January 2026.

Sat 21/214:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Sat 28/210:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 29/1R7 297
Fri 30/1014:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Fri 6/1110:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 29/1R7 313
Sat 21/214:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops10h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sat 28/217:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop9h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/1R7 852
Fri 30/1012:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Kenya Airways
Fri 6/1117:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop20h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/1R7 868
Wed 11/210:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops29h 35m
Kenya Airways
Thu 19/21:35
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops10h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/1R8 090
Mon 9/314:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Mon 16/310:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 28/1R8 249
Tue 10/214:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops10h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 15/212:05
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops29h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/1R8 408
Sat 7/33:30
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop12h 20m
Kenya Airways
Sun 15/312:05
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops29h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/1R8 550
Fri 6/314:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Mon 16/310:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 28/1R8 598
Fri 5/614:00
LLW
-
CPT
1 stop19h 45m
Airlink
Mon 8/66:05
CPT
-
LLW
1 stop7h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 28/1R9 201
Sat 7/314:00
LLW
-
CPT
1 stop19h 45m
Airlink
Sat 14/37:00
CPT
-
LLW
1 stop6h 10m
Airlink
Deal found 29/1R10 248
Sun 8/310:15
LLW
-
CPT
3 stops27h 20m
Kenya Airways
Fri 13/314:25
CPT
-
LLW
2 stops23h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/1R11 073

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 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 297

One-way from

R4 140

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 487

Good round-trip deal

R7 386 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 483 or less
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 23/2-6/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Lilongwe to South Africa
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 28/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • Lilongwe to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R10 913 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 825 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 13/3

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R7 297

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 11/2

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R7 297

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 21/2

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R7 297

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 297

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 4/4

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R7 313

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 23/2

18:25-15:50

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

17:00-13:25

1 stop20h 25m

R7 852

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 21/2

14:15-10:55

2 stops20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

12:05-2:10

1 stop14h 05m

R7 852

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 4/4

14:15-15:50

2 stops25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

1:15-1:20

1 stop24h 05m

R7 868

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 9/3

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R8 249

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 9/3

18:25-0:25

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

1:35-17:35

2 stops16h 00m

R8 550

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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 950). Flying from Lilongwe to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R7 329). 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 29 January 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 29 January 2026.

The most flights from LLW to ZA0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (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 29 January 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
8,4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

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

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

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
955 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

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
8,4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

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 061. Kenya Airways flights start at R4 469 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R5 088 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(85%), Qatar Airways(71%) or KLM(71%), 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 058. While the most popular route (Lilongwe Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for R7 297 on average, our data indicates R8 677 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 950). Flying from Lilongwe to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R7 329). 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 29 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR6 044AverageR9 602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 293AverageR9 695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 603AverageR7 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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