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Cheap flights from Malawi to South Africa from R5 193

LLW — JNB
Oct 27 — Nov 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Malawi to South Africa

Mon 28/913:10 -
2 stops24h 20m
Wed 14/1022:50 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 25/9R8 612
Wed 28/1010:15 -
2 stops24h 40m
Mon 23/1112:05 -
1 stop25h 20m
Deal found 25/9R8 725
Fri 30/1012:35 -
1 stop22h 20m
Fri 6/1112:05 -
1 stop25h 20m
Deal found 26/9R8 774
Sat 24/1014:15 -
2 stops25h 35m
Sat 31/1012:05 -
1 stop21h 20m
Deal found 23/9R8 807
Mon 26/1018:25 -
1 stop16h 30m
Sun 1/111:35 -
2 stops16h 00m
Deal found 26/9R8 823
Thu 1/109:20 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Thu 1/1014:30 -
1 stop21h 55m
Deal found 22/9R8 839
Fri 23/1012:35 -
1 stop11h 40m
Sat 31/1017:00 -
1 stop9h 10m
Deal found 25/9R9 084
Fri 25/1212:35 -
1 stop11h 50m
Thu 31/1217:00 -
2 stops18h 45m
Deal found 26/9R9 149
Mon 9/1118:25 -
1 stop16h 30m
Mon 16/1112:05 -
1 stop25h 20m
Deal found 22/9R9 165
Fri 6/1112:35 -
1 stop11h 50m
Thu 12/111:35 -
2 stops10h 10m
Deal found 22/9R9 393
Sat 3/103:30 -
1 stop20h 45m
Mon 12/1012:10 -
1 stop25h 20m
Deal found 23/9R9 425
Fri 6/1114:10 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Fri 13/1111:15 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 22/9R9 491

Find flight deals from Malawi to South Africa

Round-trip from

R8 612

One-way from

R5 193

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 451

Good round-trip deal

R11 025 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 232 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 24/10-31/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 45m total
  • Malawi to South Africa
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 25/11-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Malawi to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R10 738 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 376 potential savings vs. average return price).
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BlantyreJohannesburg

BLZ Blantyre Chileka - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BLZJNB

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 25/11

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 193

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW Lilongwe Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 20/10

14:15-10:55

2 stops20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 307

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW Lilongwe Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 24/10

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 323

LilongweDurban

LLW Lilongwe Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

LLWDUR

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 19/10

14:00-19:50

1 stop5h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 463

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW Lilongwe Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 9/10

12:35-0:15

1 stop11h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 528

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW Lilongwe Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 21/10

10:30-7:55

2 stops21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 577

LilongweDurban

LLW Lilongwe Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

LLWDUR

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 19/10

18:25-13:45

2 stops19h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 739

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW Lilongwe Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 5/10

10:30-7:55

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 788

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW Lilongwe Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 9/10

10:30-11:50

2 stops25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 788

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW Lilongwe Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 9/10

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 919

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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.
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malawi to South Africa (average of R8 693). Flying from Malawi to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R11 770). 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?

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

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 10% of weekly flights between Malawi and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 93 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?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday 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 5% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Malawi to South Africa?

The price you pay for your flight from Malawi to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

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
90 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

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
90 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
90 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

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
1 045 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
90 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

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
326 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
90 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

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

  • 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 Kenya Airways or Airlink 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 Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 940. Users have also found prices from R4 063 and R4 606 on Airlink and Kenya Airways, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malawi to South Africa (average of R8 693). Flying from Malawi to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R11 770). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR7 205AverageR10 184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 639AverageR8 726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 836AverageR10 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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