Which airlines fly to Lilongwe?

When flying to Lilongwe from South Africa, momondo travellers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, Airlink or Qatar Airways. Depending on what airport in South Africa you fly from, you may be able to find flights with any of these popular airlines.

Airlink Flights to Lilongwe

Airlink will jet to Lilongwe around 2 times in an average week. Where you fly from will dictate what kind of deals you can get for Airlink, but prices as low as R7 874 have been found from Cape Town Intl to Lilongwe. Airlink has scored 8,5/10 in momondo user reviews.

Qatar Airways Flights to Lilongwe

Another popular choice for flights to Lilongwe is Qatar Airways (7,4/10, 3 659 reviews). Most Qatar Airways flights landing in Lilongwe will be arriving from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, but there are 5 Qatar Airways flights to Lilongwe from all departure points globally so prices can vary significantly. The best Qatar Airways deal found on momondo this week was R18 255 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe, return).

How long does it take to fly to Lilongwe?

Flight times from South Africa to Lilongwe vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into Lilongwe Intl (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 2h 20m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Lilongwe is flying from Cape Town Intl to Lilongwe Intl, which will take roughly 7h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

17:00-9:25

1 stop16h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 11/11

14:50-10:55

2 stops20h 05m

R7 654

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

1:35-9:25

1 stop7h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 17/11

18:25-0:25

1 stop30h 00m

R7 672

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

1:35-14:00

1 stop12h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 14/11

12:35-15:50

1 stop27h 15m

R7 689

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

17:00-14:00

1 stop21h 00m

Lilongwe Intl

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18:25-15:50

1 stop21h 25m

R7 723

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 22/11

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

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JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 19/11

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

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JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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14:30-7:30

2 stops17h 00m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 1/1

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

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JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/12

14:30-9:40

3 stops19h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 1/1

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R9 082

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/11

6:00-15:45

2 stops9h 45m

Lilongwe Intl

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8:10-18:55

2 stops10h 45m

R13 503

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CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/12

6:05-15:45

2 stops9h 40m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 2/1

8:10-22:50

2 stops14h 40m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Lilongwe?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Lilongwe from South Africa during November instead. Flights to Lilongwe in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R7 654.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Lilongwe?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Lilongwe is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R8 932. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from South Africa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R9 762.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Lilongwe?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Lilongwe is in the afternoon. Flights from South Africa to Lilongwe during this time can be as low as R7 054. Flights to Lilongwe are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of R11 846. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Lilongwe?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Lilongwe from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Lilongwe for around R7 996 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Lilongwe from South Africa for as low as R7 603 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO LILONGWE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	5% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe costs on average just R7 620 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO LILONGWE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	9% more expensive	It costs about R8 721 for flights to Lilongwe from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO LILONGWE FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	422% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Lilongwe from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

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The best one-way flight price to Lilongwe from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 679 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Lilongwe

How far in advance should I book a flight to Lilongwe?

The ideal time to book your flight to Lilongwe is 42 days in advance, when prices tend to average R7 996.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Lilongwe Intl Airport?

Prices for flights to Lilongwe Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Lilongwe Intl Airport?

As of October 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights to Lilongwe Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Lilongwe Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Lilongwe Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lilongwe Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Lilongwe Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Lilongwe Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Can I find flights to Lilongwe with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Lilongwe on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Lilongwe?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Lilongwe?

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How old do you have to be to fly to Lilongwe Intl Airport?

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Lilongwe?

Can I find flights to Lilongwe with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights to Lilongwe?

I’m not ready to book a flight to Lilongwe right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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