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

23 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to Lilongwe as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 22% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to Lilongwe?

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and Airlink are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lilongwe from South Africa according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Lilongwe. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Lilongwe on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

3 flights are operational daily from South Africa to Lilongwe as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00, with 72% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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 and flying into Lilongwe (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 2h 15m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Lilongwe is flying from Cape Town to Lilongwe, which will take roughly 6h 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Kenya Airways, Airlink, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Lilongwe Intl

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Prices for flights from South Africa to Lilongwe Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Lilongwe Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lilongwe Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lilongwe Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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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 January instead. Flights to Lilongwe in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R7 744.

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 R9 090. 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 832.

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 105. Flights to Lilongwe are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of R11 931. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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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 R8 099 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 623 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	2h 15m
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The best one-way flight to Lilongwe from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R4 341. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Lilongwe found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R9 290.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Lilongwe takes 2h 15m

Direct flights go from South Africa to Lilongwe on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Airlink..

There is 1 airport near Lilongwe: Lilongwe Intl (LLW)

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As of November 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Lilongwe Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Lilongwe Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Lilongwe Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lilongwe Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Lilongwe Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Lilongwe Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Lilongwe?

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23 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to Lilongwe as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 22% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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