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$272+ 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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LLW
Jun 4 — Jun 111
Thu 6/4
Thu 6/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 May 5, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/82:30 pm
JNB
-
LLW
3 stops19h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/118:10 am
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/1$438
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/512:30 pm
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 5/84:00 pm
LLW
-
JNB
3 stops28h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$439
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/172:30 pm
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops16h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 7/208:10 am
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/4$462
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:20 am
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/78:10 am
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$463
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 6/15:00 pm
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop20h 30m
Kenya Airways
Mon 6/226:25 pm
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/30$494
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/42:30 pm
JNB
-
LLW
3 stops19h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 6/118:10 am
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3$502
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/11:30 pm
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 8/284:40 pm
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops20h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/4$522
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Sun 8/212:10 pm
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops29h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sat 8/292:15 pm
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops10h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/4$533
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2412:30 pm
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/264:00 pm
LLW
-
JNB
3 stops28h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3$536
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/12:30 pm
JNB
-
LLW
3 stops19h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 8/2910:20 am
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/4$537
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 7/15:00 pm
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop16h 30m
Kenya Airways
Tue 7/72:15 pm
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/1$551

Find 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 May 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$438
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$272
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$493

Good round-trip deal

$396 or less

Good one-way deal

$297 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 May 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/14

2:30 pm-9:40 am

3 stops19h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 6/21

10:20 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$576

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/22

2:30 pm-9:40 am

3 stops19h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 10/30

8:10 am-11:35 am

1 stop3h 25m

$600

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/13

2:30 pm-9:40 am

3 stops19h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 6/22

8:10 am-11:35 am

1 stop3h 25m

$601

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

10:50 pm-7:10 am

2 stops32h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 6/18

8:10 am-11:35 am

1 stop3h 25m

$610

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/3

1:25 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 8/27

4:00 pm-8:10 pm

3 stops28h 10m

$671

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/5

2:30 pm-9:40 am

3 stops19h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 8/31

10:20 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$671

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/4

12:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 8/27

4:00 pm-8:10 pm

3 stops28h 10m

$671

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/1

12:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 8/31

4:00 pm-8:10 pm

3 stops28h 10m

$671

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/4

12:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 8/30

4:00 pm-8:10 pm

3 stops28h 10m

$671
Quickest round-trip

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/29

10:50 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 6/5

2:00 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$680

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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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Lilongwe flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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?

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe is 88 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 month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe (average of $462). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe in December is currently the most expensive (average of $557). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 May 5, 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

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 May 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.5
Very good
87 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.4

Food

8.0

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
8.5
Very good
87 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
87 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.4

Food

8.0

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
1,000 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
87 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.4

Food

8.0

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
6.7
Okay
305 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
87 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.4

Food

8.0

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 4 flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe Intl per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe will take you 19h 10m. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Lilongwe are separated by a distance of 925 mi.

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

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Lilongwe, with prices starting at $379. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Kenya Airways and Airlink, with the lowest prices starting at $439 and $480, respectively. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 23% 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 Airlink, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $172. Ethiopian Air flights start at $263 while deals on Kenya Airways start at $272 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Before booking your flight to Lilongwe from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (42%), Qatar Airways (40%), Emirates( 40%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $448 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe. The cheapest flight overall is $232 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lilongwe Intl) is currently priced at $463.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe (average of $462). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe in December is currently the most expensive (average of $557). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 May 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$379Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$439Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
AirlinkCheapest$480Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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