Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Malawi to South Africa from R4 328

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 18/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LLW — JNB
4월 5 — 4월 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Malawi to South Africa

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

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 6 3월 2026.

목 16/414:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
목 23/411:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 2/3R7 648
화 10/314:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops20h 40m
Kenya Airways
금 20/312:05
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop25h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/3R7 681
토 23/514:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
일 7/611:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 3/3R7 681
목 16/410:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops14h 00m
Kenya Airways
수 22/41:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop8h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/3R7 697
일 19/410:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops14h 00m
Kenya Airways
토 25/41:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop8h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/3R7 829
월 16/318:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Kenya Airways
금 20/312:05
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop25h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/3R7 862
금 30/1014:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
금 6/1110:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 4/3R7 879
토 18/414:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
토 25/411:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 4/3R7 895
일 15/314:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
금 3/411:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 2/3R7 912
월 16/314:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
금 20/310:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 2/3R7 962
금 11/914:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
월 21/911:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 3/3R8 077
금 13/314:10
BLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 25m
Airlink
토 4/411:15
JNB
-
BLZ
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 2/3R8 490

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 6 3월 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 648

One-way from

R4 328

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R8 110

Good round-trip deal

R7 606 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 201 or less
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 16/4-23/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Malawi to South Africa
Search Deals
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 18/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Malawi to South Africa
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R9 122 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 698 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Malawi to South Africa.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Malawi to South Africa.
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Malawi to South Africa 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 6 3월 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Malawi to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

목 16/4

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

목 23/4

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R7 648

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

토 23/5

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

일 7/6

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R7 681

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

일 15/3

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

금 3/4

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R7 912

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

토 18/4

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

토 25/4

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R7 945

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

토 4/4

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

토 18/4

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R8 061

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

금 20/3

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

금 27/3

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R8 226

BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ - JNB

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

금 13/3

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

토 4/4

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

R8 490

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

금 24/4

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

일 10/5

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R9 019

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

수 25/3

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

월 6/4

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R9 118

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

수 22/4

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

일 10/5

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R9 811

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 3/3

Showing 1-10 of 53 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from Malawi to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Malawi with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 096). Flying from Malawi to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R7 367). 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 6 3월 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 6 3월 2026.

The most flights from MW0 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 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 6 3월 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

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

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

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

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

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

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

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

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 25m. Fly via Airlink or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. The distance between Malawi and South Africa is about 1355 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 123. Users have also found prices from R4 674 and R5 151 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 096). Flying from Malawi to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R7 367). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

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 6 3월 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR5 600AverageR9 874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Airlink flights
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 845AverageR7 907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 834AverageR9 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Malawi to South Africa?

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Malawi to South Africa. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Malawi to South Africa?

Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Malawi to South Africa for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Malawi to South Africa with no change fees?

Certainly. Search results for flights to South Africa from Malawi shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Malawi to South Africa become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on Malawi to South Africa flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book With Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.