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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe from R4 496

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LLW
May 22 — May 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 April 2026.

Mon 11/513:25
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 22/516:00
LLW
-
JNB
3 stops28h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/4R7 106
Sun 17/513:30
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 22/516:00
LLW
-
JNB
3 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/4R7 188
Mon 11/512:30
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 20/516:00
LLW
-
JNB
3 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/4R7 204
Mon 18/513:25
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 28/516:00
LLW
-
JNB
3 stops21h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/4R7 237
Sat 25/417:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop9h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sat 2/514:15
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops10h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/4R7 483
Sat 25/417:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop9h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 26/49:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 19/4R7 549
Thu 23/41:15
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops10h 30m
Kenya Airways
Mon 27/418:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/4R7 598
Thu 18/612:30
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 29/616:30
LLW
-
JNB
3 stops27h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/4R7 614
Mon 1/612:10
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop25h 20m
Kenya Airways
Sat 13/63:30
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop7h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/4R7 779
Mon 1/617:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop20h 30m
Kenya Airways
Mon 8/618:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 17/4R7 795
Mon 8/617:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop20h 30m
Kenya Airways
Fri 12/612:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/4R7 811
Tue 2/617:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop16h 30m
Kenya Airways
Wed 10/610:20
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops13h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 18/4R7 828

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Lilongwe (LLW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 106

One-way from

R4 496

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R8 648

Good round-trip deal

R9 471 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 893 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/5-22/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Lilongwe
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  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 3h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Lilongwe
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 521 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

17:00-13:30

1 stop20h 30m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 8/6

18:25-10:55

1 stop16h 30m

R7 795

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

1:15-9:30

1 stop8h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 14/7

14:15-0:15

2 stops10h 00m

R8 386

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

14:30-9:40

3 stops19h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 12/6

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R9 502

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 23/5

16:30-20:10

3 stops27h 40m

R9 830

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 29/5

16:40-13:05

2 stops20h 25m

R10 142

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

22:50-7:10

2 stops32h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 11/6

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R10 371

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 13/6

16:30-9:30

4 stops41h 00m

R10 519
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 3/8

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

R10 618

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 8/8

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

R10 667
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

R4 496

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Price data was last updated on 17 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe (average of R7 582). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 157). 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 JNB to LLW?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 April 2026.

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing Lilongwe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lilongwe. 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 Lilongwe. Reviews last updated 22 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

8,9

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

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

8,9

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
1 004 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

8,9

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
303 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

8,9

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 OR Tambo to Lilongwe. 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 into for flights to Lilongwe from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Lilongwe Intl (LLW) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe. You should not have trouble finding flights to Lilongwe Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Lilongwe airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 20,4 km journey from Lilongwe Intl (LLW) to Lilongwe’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe will take you 19h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1489 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe round-trip?

    Airlink, at R6 858, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air. Airlink is priced at 15% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Airlink. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 962. Users have also found prices from R4 285 and R4 303 on Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Consider Qatar Airways (54%), Emirates (54%) or Airlink (54%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    On average you can expect to pay R7 789 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe. The cheapest flight overall is R3 302 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lilongwe Intl) is currently priced at R8 172.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe flights have a stopover in Blantyre most of the time. Nairobi sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe flights?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe flights have a stopover in Dar Es Salaam least often. Dar Es Salaam is followed by Addis Ababa in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Lilongwe 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe (average of R7 582). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 157). 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 OR Tambo to Lilongwe

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. 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 22 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR6 858AverageR8 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 877AverageR7 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 166AverageR8 729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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