How long is the flight from South Africa to Malawi?

The flight from South Africa to Malawi depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo (a popular airport in South Africa) to Lilongwe Intl (the most popular airport in Malawi), then the flight time is 2h 15m on average. If you fly from Cape Town Intl (another popular airport in South Africa) to Lilongwe Intl, then the average flight time is 6h 10m.

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Flights to Lilongwe

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 4

JNB

32h 25m

2 stops

LLW

Feb 11

LLW

3h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R8 137

Ethiopian Air

Jan 29

JNB

23h 05m

2 stops

LLW

Feb 2

LLW

3h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R8 169

Ethiopian Air

Feb 18

JNB

3h 25m

1 stop

LLW

Feb 23

LLW

27h 30m

2 stops

JNB

R8 202

Kenya Airways

Mar 20

JNB

11h 50m

1 stop

LLW

Mar 25

LLW

24h 40m

2 stops

JNB

R8 218

Kenya Airways

Mar 21

JNB

16h 25m

1 stop

LLW

Mar 25

LLW

14h 10m

2 stops

JNB

R8 235

Ethiopian Air

Jan 28

JNB

32h 25m

2 stops

LLW

Feb 2

LLW

3h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R8 251

Ethiopian Air

Jan 28

JNB

3h 25m

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LLW

Feb 2

LLW

20h 25m

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JNB

R8 267

Ethiopian Air

Jun 4

JNB

16h 55m

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LLW

Jun 15

LLW

2h 15m

JNB

R8 300

Ethiopian Air

Mar 8

JNB

16h 55m

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LLW

Mar 21

LLW

3h 25m

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JNB

R8 333

Ethiopian Air

Jun 10

JNB

32h 35m

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Jun 22

LLW

2h 15m

JNB

R8 349

Ethiopian Air

Feb 16

JNB

3h 25m

1 stop

LLW

Feb 23

LLW

21h 05m

3 stops

JNB

R8 366

Ethiopian Air

Feb 28

JNB

32h 25m

2 stops

LLW

Mar 7

LLW

2h 15m

JNB

R8 398

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Airlink

Apr 7

JNB

2h 15m

BLZ

Apr 13

BLZ

2h 25m

JNB

R8 448

Airlink

Feb 4

JNB

2h 15m

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Feb 11

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2h 25m

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R8 529

Airlink

Feb 3

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2h 15m

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Feb 7

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2h 25m

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R8 726

Airlink

Mar 2

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2h 15m

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Mar 9

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2h 25m

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R9 152

Airlink

Feb 11

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2h 15m

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Feb 24

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2h 25m

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R9 217

Ethiopian Air

Feb 10

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2h 15m

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Feb 23

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2h 15m

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R9 283

Ethiopian Air

Feb 3

JNB

2h 15m

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Feb 7

BLZ

14h 55m

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R9 463

Ethiopian Air

Feb 3

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2h 15m

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Feb 7

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3h 25m

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R9 643

Ethiopian Air

Feb 4

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2h 15m

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Feb 11

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14h 55m

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R9 708

Ethiopian Air

Feb 4

JNB

2h 15m

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Feb 11

BLZ

14h 55m

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R9 725

Ethiopian Air

Feb 10

JNB

2h 15m

BLZ

Feb 23

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3h 25m

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R9 806

Ethiopian Air

Apr 7

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18h 10m

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Apr 12

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2h 15m

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8:20 - 7:25

JNB

LLW

23h 05m

2 stops

8:10 - 11:35

LLW

JNB

3h 25m

1 stop

R8 169Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2

8:20 - 7:25

JNB

LLW

23h 05m

2 stops

8:10 - 11:35

LLW

JNB

3h 25m

1 stop

R8 202Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 15

8:20 - 7:25

JNB

LLW

23h 05m

2 stops

8:10 - 11:35

LLW

JNB

3h 25m

1 stop

R8 218Ethiopian Air

Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 1

17:00 - 9:25

JNB

LLW

16h 25m

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10:15 - 0:25

LLW

JNB

14h 10m

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R8 235Kenya Airways

Sat, Mar 21 - Wed, Mar 25

12:30 - 15:55

JNB

LLW

3h 25m

1 stop

16:40 - 13:05

LLW

JNB

20h 25m

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R8 267Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 2

14:30 - 7:25

JNB

LLW

16h 55m

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10:20 - 12:35

LLW

JNB

2h 15mdirect

R8 300Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 15

11:15 - 13:30

JNB

BLZ

2h 15mdirect

14:10 - 16:35

BLZ

JNB

2h 25mdirect

R8 448Airlink

Tue, Apr 7 - Sun, Apr 12

11:15 - 13:30

JNB

BLZ

2h 15mdirect

14:10 - 16:35

BLZ

JNB

2h 25mdirect

R8 529Airlink

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11

19:50 - 15:55

CPT

LLW

20h 05m

2 stops

14:00 - 22:45

LLW

CPT

8h 45m

1 stop

R11 198Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 25

7:00 - 13:25

CPT

LLW

30h 25m

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18:25 - 22:50

LLW

CPT

28h 25m

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R11 214Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

8:20-7:25

2 stops23h 05m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 2/2

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R8 169

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

8:20-7:25

2 stops23h 05m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 15/6

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R8 202

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

8:20-7:25

2 stops23h 05m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 1/2

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R8 218

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

17:00-9:25

1 stop16h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 25/3

10:15-0:25

2 stops14h 10m

R8 235

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 2/2

16:40-13:05

2 stops20h 25m

R8 267

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

14:30-7:25

2 stops16h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 15/6

10:20-12:35

Nonstop2h 15m

R8 300

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Sun 12/4

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

R8 448

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 11/2

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

R8 529

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

19:50-15:55

2 stops20h 05m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 25/2

14:00-22:45

1 stop8h 45m

R11 198

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

7:00-13:25

2 stops30h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 9/3

18:25-22:50

2 stops28h 25m

R11 214

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Malawi flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest flight to Malawi?

The cheapest flights to Malawi recently found by momondo users are R1 562 with Ethiopian Air, R4 088 with Airlink, and R5 935 with Kenya Airways.

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Summary info about Malawi flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 240
Best Round-Trip Price	R8 169
Fastest flight time	2h 15m
Popular in	January

The best one-way flight price to Malawi from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 240 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Blantyre Chileka).

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The best round-trip flight price to Malawi from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R8 169 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe Intl).

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The fastest flight to Malawi from South Africa takes 2h 15m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Blantyre Chileka).

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January has the highest demand for flights to Malawi, with a 1% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Malawi

Which airlines fly to Malawi?

You can find flights to Malawi from 4 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Ethiopian Air, Airlink or Kenya Airways as these are the most popular among our users. Ethiopian Air is the most favoured with 53% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

What is the most popular airport in Malawi to fly to?

Lilongwe Intl is the most popular airport in Malawi to fly to at the moment. Out of all our users who flew to Malawi in the past year, 71% of them chose to fly into Lilongwe’s Lilongwe Intl airport. Keep in mind that there may be other airports within Malawi that are also a great option to fly to.

How much are flights to Malawi?

On average, a flight to Malawi will cost R7 342 per ticket. We’ve had users find flights to Malawi for as low as R3 125, however. If you’re unable to find a plane ticket for R3 125, but manage to find one for R6 572 or less, then this is still a great deal. Keep in mind that flight costs vary depending on where you fly from, what time of year you travel, and what airline you fly with.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Malawi?

The best day of the week to fly to Malawi is Wednesday due to prices being at their lowest. Flying out on a Monday should be a backup plan since this day tends to be less expensive as well. Tuesday, on the other hand, is the most expensive day to fly to Malawi.

Where is it cheapest to fly into Malawi?

If you're headed to Malawi, consider flying into Blantyre Chileka airport in Blantyre for the best deals, with an average airfare of R3 125. Alternatively, Lilongwe Intl airport in Lilongwe is a close second for cheapest flights to Malawi with an average airfare of R4 006.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Malawi?

Prices for flights to Malawi are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Malawi?

There are 4 operators available for flights to Malawi as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Malawi?

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 Malawi.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Malawi trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Malawi. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Malawi.

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Malawi which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights to Malawi?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to Malawi.

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

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Malawi. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.