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Cheap flights from Malawi to South Africa from R4 315

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LLW — JNB
Apr 10 — Apr 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Malawi to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malawi to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 March 2026.

Sat 4/43:30
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Kenya Airways
Sat 11/41:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop8h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 8/3R7 571
Thu 23/410:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Kenya Airways
Wed 29/41:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop8h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/3R7 604
Mon 6/418:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 12/41:15
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops16h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/3R7 734
Fri 30/1014:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Fri 6/1110:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 7/3R7 750
Sun 12/414:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
Tue 21/411:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 8/3R7 783
Wed 1/410:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops14h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sat 4/41:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop8h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/3R7 799
Wed 13/514:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
Sun 17/511:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 10/3R7 978
Mon 6/414:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Mon 13/410:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 7/3R8 011
Fri 30/1012:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop11h 50m
Kenya Airways
Fri 6/1112:05
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop25h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/3R8 060
Mon 24/818:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sat 5/91:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop8h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/3R8 076
Fri 20/314:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Fri 27/310:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 8/3R8 092
Sat 27/614:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
Sun 26/711:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 10/3R8 385

Find flight deals from Malawi to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Malawi to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 571

One-way from

R4 315

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R9 086

Good round-trip deal

R7 507 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 150 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 4/4-11/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 55m total
  • Malawi to South Africa
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 14/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Malawi to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R6 561 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 450 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 4/4

3:30-0:15

1 stop20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

12:10-17:35

2 stops29h 25m

R7 571

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 23/4

10:15-10:55

2 stops24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

1:15-9:25

1 stop8h 10m

R7 571

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 6/4

18:25-0:15

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

1:15-17:35

2 stops16h 20m

R7 734

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 24/8

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R7 750

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 16/4

10:15-0:15

2 stops14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

17:00-2:10

1 stop9h 10m

R7 799

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 1/4

10:15-0:15

2 stops14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

1:15-9:25

1 stop8h 10m

R7 799

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 20/4

18:25-10:55

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

1:15-17:35

2 stops16h 20m

R7 816

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 6/4

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R8 011

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 24/8

18:25-0:15

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

1:15-9:25

1 stop8h 10m

R8 076

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 20/4

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R8 125

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Best time to book a flight from Malawi to South Africa

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malawi to South Africa (average of R4 038). Flying from Malawi to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R7 262). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Malawi 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 11 March 2026.

When flying from Malawi 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 Malawi to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Malawi 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 11 March 2026.

The most flights from MW0 to ZA0 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 South Africa delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between Malawi and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Malawi 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?

Tuesday 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 South Africa 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 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 11 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Malawi to South Africa. 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

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

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

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

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

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

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
6,7
Okay
296 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

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 South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Malawi to South Africa in 2h 30m. Fly via Kenya Airways, Airlink, or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. The distance between Malawi and 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 Malawi to South Africa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Airlink. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 064. Users have also found prices from R4 607 and R5 078 on Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malawi to South Africa (average of R4 038). Flying from Malawi to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R7 262). 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 South Africa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Malawi 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 11 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR5 520AverageR9 720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 791AverageR7 812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 723AverageR9 664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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