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$271+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Lilongwe (LLW)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LLW
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Lilongwe (LLW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$439
(Kenya Airways)

One-way from

$271
(Kenya Airways)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$489

Good round-trip deal

$763 or less
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/251:15 amJNB - LLW
1 stop12h 10mKenya Airways
Wed 7/22:15 pmLLW - JNB
2 stops10h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/29$439
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/132:30 pmJNB - LLW
3 stops19h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/188:10 amLLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/28$457
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1110:50 amJNB - LLW
Nonstop2h 20mAirlink
Wed 6/182:00 pmLLW - JNB
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 4/28$493
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/55:00 pmJNB - LLW
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/122:00 pmLLW - JNB
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$581

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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Lilongwe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/25

1:15 am-1:25 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 7/2

2:15 pm-12:15 am

2 stops10h 00m

$439

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/13

2:30 pm-9:40 am

3 stops19h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 5/18

8:10 am-11:35 am

1 stop3h 25m

$457

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/11

10:50 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 6/18

2:00 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$493

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/11

12:10 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 6/18

2:00 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$584

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/18

12:10 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$271

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/28

10:50 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$273

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/28

7:10 am-3:00 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$337

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/27

10:50 pm-9:40 am

3 stops34h 50m

$675

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Deals found on 4/28

Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to Lilongwe in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Lilongwe flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Lilongwe flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Lilongwe flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Lilongwe flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Lilongwe flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lilongwe from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to LLW?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

The most flights from JNB to LLW are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Lilongwe by month

Plan your trip to Lilongwe by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lilongwe ranges from 0.0 - 8.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.3 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Lilongwe when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Lilongwe by month

Plan your trip to Lilongwe by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lilongwe, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, November is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lilongwe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lilongwe. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lilongwe. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to Lilongwe, see what other customers have to say about Airlink, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
769 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
262 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lilongwe from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Lilongwe from Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying to Lilongwe Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Lilongwe Intl (LLW) is located 12.7 mi from the center of Lilongwe. There are 2 flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe Intl per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe round-trip?

    Flying on Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to Lilongwe, with prices starting at $439. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Airlink, with the lowest prices starting at $457 and $493, respectively. Users have found that Kenya Airways is 7% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $271. Airlink flights start at $273 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at $675 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    On average you can expect to pay $842 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe. The cheapest flight overall is $503 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lilongwe Intl) is currently priced at $442.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Lilongwe flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Lilongwe by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 3 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$364Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$438Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
AirlinkCheapest$482Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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