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 9h 50m.

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Flights to Lilongwe

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Kenya Airways

Feb 24

JNB

7h 50m

1 stop

LLW

Mar 4

LLW

14h 10m

2 stops

JNB

R7 781

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Kenya Airways

Jan 24

JNB

7h 50m

1 stop

LLW

Jan 31

LLW

20h 55m

1 stop

JNB

R7 848

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Kenya Airways

Jan 14

JNB

7h 50m

1 stop

LLW

Jan 22

LLW

14h 10m

2 stops

JNB

R7 899

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Kenya Airways

Feb 4

JNB

21h 20m

1 stop

LLW

Feb 7

LLW

20h 40m

2 stops

JNB

R7 932

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Kenya Airways

Feb 3

JNB

7h 50m

1 stop

LLW

Feb 7

LLW

20h 40m

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JNB

R7 949

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Kenya Airways

Mar 29

JNB

12h 10m

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LLW

May 4

LLW

20h 40m

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JNB

R8 234

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 8

JNB

3h 25m

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LLW

Mar 15

LLW

20h 45m

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JNB

R8 251

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 16

JNB

17h 10m

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LLW

Jan 19

LLW

3h 25m

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JNB

R8 335

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 25

JNB

23h 20m

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LLW

Feb 1

LLW

3h 25m

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JNB

R8 351

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Kenya Airways

Mar 26

JNB

10h 10m

2 stops

LLW

May 2

LLW

21h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R8 385

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Kenya Airways

Jan 28

JNB

16h 25m

1 stop

LLW

Feb 2

LLW

16h 30m

1 stop

JNB

R8 418

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 16

JNB

17h 10m

2 stops

LLW

Jan 19

LLW

2h 15m

JNB

R8 435

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Flights to Blantyre

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Airlink

Mar 31

JNB

2h 15m

BLZ

Apr 7

BLZ

2h 25m

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R8 469

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Airlink

Mar 16

JNB

2h 15m

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Mar 21

BLZ

2h 25m

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R8 486

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Airlink

Jan 8

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2h 15m

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Jan 15

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2h 25m

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Jan 15

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2h 15m

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Jan 22

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2h 25m

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Jan 31

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2h 15m

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Feb 7

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2h 25m

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Airlink

Jan 20

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2h 15m

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Jan 21

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2h 25m

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R9 391

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Airlink

Mar 6

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2h 15m

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Mar 8

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2h 25m

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R9 408

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Airlink

Mar 6

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2h 15m

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Mar 8

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2h 25m

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R9 425

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 30

JNB

18h 10m

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Feb 6

BLZ

2h 15m

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R9 877

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 30

JNB

18h 10m

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Feb 6

BLZ

21h 20m

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R9 961

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 29

JNB

2h 15m

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Feb 5

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14h 55m

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R10 162

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 14

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18h 10m

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Mar 21

BLZ

2h 15m

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R10 330

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1:35 - 9:25

JNB

LLW

7h 50m1 stop

3:30 - 0:25

LLW

JNB

20h 55m1 stop

R7 848Kenya Airways

Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 31

1:35 - 9:25

JNB

LLW

7h 50m1 stop

10:15 - 0:25

LLW

JNB

14h 10m2 stops

R7 899Kenya Airways

Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 22

12:05 - 9:25

JNB

LLW

21h 20m1 stop

14:15 - 10:55

LLW

JNB

20h 40m2 stops

R7 932Kenya Airways

Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 7

1:35 - 9:25

JNB

LLW

7h 50m1 stop

14:15 - 10:55

LLW

JNB

20h 40m2 stops

R7 949Kenya Airways

Tue, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 7

14:30 - 7:40

JNB

LLW

17h 10m2 stops

10:20 - 12:35

LLW

JNB

2h 15mdirect

R8 251Ethiopian Air

Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15

14:30 - 7:40

JNB

LLW

17h 10m2 stops

8:10 - 11:35

LLW

JNB

3h 25m1 stop

R8 335Ethiopian Air

Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19

11:15 - 13:30

JNB

BLZ

2h 15mdirect

14:10 - 16:35

BLZ

JNB

2h 25mdirect

R8 469Airlink

Sun, Mar 22 - Fri, Mar 27

11:15 - 13:30

JNB

BLZ

2h 15mdirect

14:10 - 16:35

BLZ

JNB

2h 25mdirect

R8 486Airlink

Mon, Mar 16 - Sat, Mar 21

9:25 - 15:55

CPT

LLW

6h 30m2 stops

14:00 - 22:45

LLW

CPT

8h 45m1 stop

R12 762Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 16 - Wed, Jan 21

14:00 - 2:10

CPT

LLW

36h 10m2 stops

14:00 - 9:45

LLW

CPT

19h 45m1 stop

R12 829Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

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Return

Price

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

1:35-9:25

1 stop7h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 31/1

3:30-0:25

1 stop20h 55m

R7 848

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

1:35-9:25

1 stop7h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 22/1

10:15-0:25

2 stops14h 10m

R7 899

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

12:05-9:25

1 stop21h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 7/2

14:15-10:55

2 stops20h 40m

R7 932

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

1:35-9:25

1 stop7h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 7/2

14:15-10:55

2 stops20h 40m

R7 949

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

14:30-7:40

2 stops17h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 15/3

10:20-12:35

Nonstop2h 15m

R8 251

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

14:30-7:40

2 stops17h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 19/1

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R8 335

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Fri 27/3

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

R8 469

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Sat 21/3

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

R8 486

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/1

9:25-15:55

2 stops6h 30m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 21/1

14:00-22:45

1 stop8h 45m

R12 762

Cape TownLilongwe

CPT - LLW

CPTLLW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/1

14:00-2:10

2 stops36h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 6/2

14:00-9:45

1 stop19h 45m

R12 829

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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 600 with Ethiopian Air, R4 288 with Airlink, and R6 080 with Kenya Airways.

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Summary info about Malawi flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 243
Best Round-Trip Price	R7 848
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 243 (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 R7 848 (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 4% 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 49% 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, 73% 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 R9 389 per ticket. We’ve had users find flights to Malawi for as low as R3 893, however. If you’re unable to find a plane ticket for R3 893, but manage to find one for R8 906 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 Monday due to prices being at their lowest. Flying out on a Wednesday 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 Lilongwe Intl airport in Lilongwe for the best deals, with an average airfare of R3 893. Alternatively, Blantyre Chileka airport in Blantyre is a close second for cheapest flights to Malawi with an average airfare of R4 233.

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 December 2025.

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.

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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.