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Cheap Flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg

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Today’s best flight deals from Lilongwe to Johannesburg

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Lilongwe to Johannesburg

June 22 - June 28

Cheapest

LLW - Johannesburg

$487

$538

Round trip

June 19 - June 24

Cheapest
Earliest

LLW - Johannesburg

$499

$538

Round trip

August 17 - August 31

Cheapest

LLW - Johannesburg

$580

$538

Round trip

August 22 - August 28

Cheapest

LLW - Johannesburg

$612

$538

Round trip

August 27 - August 30

Cheapest
Best

LLW - Johannesburg

$624

$538

Round trip

July 3 - July 12

LLW - Johannesburg

$481

$539

Round trip

July 19 - July 31

LLW - Johannesburg

$456

$539

Round trip

July 7 - July 30

LLW - Johannesburg

$458

$539

Round trip

July 18 - July 25

LLW - Johannesburg

$482

$540

Round trip

August 20 - August 27

LLW - Johannesburg

$612

$540

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg

For cheap flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg, prices typically range from $671–$1342, with a median fare of $919. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals may require some flexibility.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg? The data indicates that November is the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $330. Other cost-effective options include March, with a median fare of $573, and October, where the median fare is $575. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.
Most itineraries for flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg connect at least once, with only 21.1% of recent fares being direct flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find fares.
How long is the flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg? A typical journey takes approximately 19h 30m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this route, as most itineraries involve at least one stopover.
The distance between Lilongwe and Johannesburg is 1489 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance typically translates to shorter flight times, although the prevalence of connecting flights on this specific route extends the overall journey duration.

How much is a round trip from Lilongwe to Johannesburg

Regular price: $494 - $585

Prices for flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $494 and $585. The current lowest deal is $537 with Kenya Airways, for travel from Dec 14 to Dec 28.

now $537

Low $494

High $585

The cheapest time to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg is November, with a median price of $330. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1212. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $330

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,212

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Direct flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg

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Last-minute flights going from Lilongwe to Johannesburg

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LLW - Johannesburg

Kenya Airways

Lilongwe (LLW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$499

$538

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LLW - Johannesburg

Kenya Airways

Lilongwe (LLW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$442

$540

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LLW - Johannesburg

Kenya Airways

Lilongwe (LLW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$482

$545

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LLW - Johannesburg

Kenya Airways

Lilongwe (LLW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$445

$540

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LLW - Johannesburg

Kenya Airways

Lilongwe (LLW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$518

$541

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LLW - Johannesburg

Kenya Airways

Lilongwe (LLW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

$518

$542

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg

5 nights

Nov 18 - Nov 23

$644  →  $541

16%

7 nights

Nov 23 - Nov 30

$641  →  $545

15%

6 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 7

$633  →  $540

15%

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

$624  →  $538

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg

Lilongwe - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Lilongwe to Johannesburg are above the typical level, with a median price of $919.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg, with a median price of $330.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 19h 30m.

Flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg typically take 19h 30m, with most deals being connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up 78.9% of deals, with 2 stopovers being typical for connecting routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights on this route.

Airlink is one airline offering direct flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, about 0.6 times a day.

Deals for flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg appear frequently, about 0.6 times a day.

Lilongwe main airports to depart from

Lilongwe International (LLW)

Cheapest

Lilongwe International Airport is a convenient and budget-friendly option for flights to Johannesburg.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$537

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is the primary airport for Johannesburg, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$537

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International is an alternative airport for Johannesburg, located northwest of the city.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1326

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Lanseria International (HLA)

Consider Lanseria for easier terminal navigation and faster check-in, though it has limited international options.

📍 ~30 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1326

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Bloemfontein is a major domestic hub, but requires a significant drive to reach Johannesburg.

📍 ~390 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$721

Kruger Mpumalanga International (MQP)

Kruger Mpumalanga is a reliable regional airport, primarily serving tourist routes with consistent schedules.

📍 ~340 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$778

Polokwane International (PTG)

Polokwane International is a domestic option for northern Gauteng, with fewer flights and amenities.

📍 ~290 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$832

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban is a major international hub, but is a significant distance from Johannesburg.

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$713

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$1,590

$1,309

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$1,540

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, the optimal window for booking flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $665. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees higher prices, averaging around $768. For those planning far in advance, flights booked 60+ days out tend to be significantly more expensive, with an average price of $1341 across the trailing quarter.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg is considered to be $671 or less. The median price for this route across the same period was $919. Prices can go up to $1342 or more for the higher end of the market. Aiming for a price at or below $671 typically secures a favorable deal.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg, with a median price of $330. March and October also offer competitive prices, with median fares of $573 and $575 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $919, indicating that these months provide significant savings. Travelers looking for lower fares should consider these months.