Question 1

How often are flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg delayed?

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Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Lilongwe and Johannesburg have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 73 minutes.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as R7 931. Flying to Johannesburg at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the morning when prices are around R9 085.

Question 3

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from Lilongwe when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R8 469 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from Lilongwe for as low as R6 730 on momondo.

Question 4

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

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In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R7 500. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Lilongwe averaging around R7 516.

Question 5

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

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The cheapest day to depart from Lilongwe to Johannesburg is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as R4 184. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Lilongwe because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R10 082.

Question 6

How many flights depart from Lilongwe to Johannesburg on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Lilongwe and Johannesburg is 3 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 14:00, with 55% of daily flights leaving at midday.

Question 7

What cabin class options are available on Lilongwe Intl to Johannesburg flights?

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There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Lilongwe Intl to Johannesburg flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 8

How many flights depart from Lilongwe to Johannesburg on average per week?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Lilongwe and Johannesburg is 26 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 23% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 9

What is the most punctual flight time for Lilongwe to Johannesburg flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 10

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Lilongwe to Johannesburg flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Airlink have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 11

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Friday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 12

What is the cheapest Lilongwe Intl to Johannesburg flight route?

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Ethiopian Air, Airlink and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from Lilongwe according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 14

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Lilongwe Intl to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Airlink and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Lilongwe Intl to Johannesburg

Question 15

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

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Prices for flights from Lilongwe Intl Airport to Johannesburg refresh daily.

Question 16

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

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As of February 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Lilongwe Intl Airport to Johannesburg.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Lilongwe Intl Airport to Johannesburg.

Question 18

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Airlink	PriceFrom R6 106	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,5 83 reviews	Search Airlink flights
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Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R6 640	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 291 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights

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What cabin class options are available on Lilongwe Intl to Johannesburg flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Lilongwe Intl to Johannesburg flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Lilongwe Intl to Johannesburg?

Airlink and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Lilongwe Intl to Johannesburg

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

How often are flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Lilongwe and Johannesburg have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 73 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Lilongwe to Johannesburg flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Lilongwe to Johannesburg flights?

According to our data, Airlink have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Lilongwe to Johannesburg on average per day?

The number of flights available between Lilongwe and Johannesburg is 3 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 14:00, with 55% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from Lilongwe to Johannesburg on average per week?

The number of flights available between Lilongwe and Johannesburg is 26 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 23% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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