Are direct flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe always the best option?

Direct flights are often the most convenient, saving time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes offer lower fares, especially if you are flexible with your travel time.

Can flexible travel dates help on Cape Town to Lilongwe flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or popular holiday periods. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may reveal better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Cape Town to Lilongwe flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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2027-02-08 – 2027-03-08
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Cape Town to Lilongwe: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

The journey from Cape Town to Lilongwe covers a distance of 2,715 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe, fares typically range from $807 to $829, with a median price of $828. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe, the data indicates that December is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $699. Following December, October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $760. August is another option for more budget-friendly travel, showing a median fare of $812.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares are non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Lilongwe takes approximately 15h 55m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Regular price: $635 - $993

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe is between $635 and $993. The current lowest deal is $906 for travel from Oct 1-Oct 31, available via Kayak.

now $906

Low $635

High $993

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to LLW is June, with a median price of 915 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 1164 USD. Generally, prices are lower from June to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $915

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,164

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Airlink

Kenya Airways

Qatar Airways

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

$811

$1,127

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Ethiopian Airlines

$905

$1,068

One-way

Sun, Sep 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Qatar Airways

$780

$2,995

One-way

Sun, Sep 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Qatar Airways

$783

$2,998

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

$750

$906

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

$864

$1,200

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

$999 → $935

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$816 → $763

6 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 30

$814 → $860

7 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 16

$822 → $874

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Cape Town - Lilongwe route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Cape Town to Lilongwe are near the typical level of $828.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $699

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe, with a median price of $699.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 15h 55m

The median flight time from Cape Town to Lilongwe is 15 hours and 55 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers the most deals

Airlink has the most direct flight deals from Cape Town to Lilongwe.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe are historically rare.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$648

Lilongwe main airports to arrive at

Lilongwe International (LLW)

Cheapest

Lilongwe International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights to Lilongwe.

📍 ~19 km from Lilongwe (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$693

Airports nearby Lilongwe used as alternative

Chileka International (BLZ)

Chileka International is a practical alternative within Malawi, offering business class and reliable regional connections.

📍 ~230 km from Lilongwe (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$612

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lilongwe

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From CPT

Elite

Sep 25

Lilongwe, Malawi

74% AI deal score

$2,780

$2,040

Save $740

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

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Sep 18

Lilongwe, Malawi

74% AI deal score

$2,990

$2,155

Save $835

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Business Class

From CPT

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Dec 29

Lilongwe, Malawi

73% AI deal score

$2,754

$2,162

Save $592

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

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Oct 01

Lilongwe, Malawi

73% AI deal score

$2,732

$2,213

Save $519

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 02

Lilongwe, Malawi

72% AI deal score

$2,509

$2,123

Save $386

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 27

Lilongwe, Malawi

72% AI deal score

$2,668

$2,146

Save $522

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Oct 30

Lilongwe, Malawi

72% AI deal score

$2,589

$2,161

Save $428

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Oct 01

Lilongwe, Malawi

72% AI deal score

$2,596

$2,165

Save $431

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

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Dec 19

Lilongwe, Malawi

72% AI deal score

$2,588

$2,181

Save $407

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 16

Lilongwe, Malawi

72% AI deal score

$2,692

$2,182

Save $510

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 17

Lilongwe, Malawi

72% AI deal score

$2,563

$2,189

Save $374

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 20

Lilongwe, Malawi

72% AI deal score

$2,655

$2,202

Save $453

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lilongwe

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers instead of direct routes may also present cheaper options.

Booking in advance is often recommended, as prices can increase closer to the departure date. However, sometimes last-minute deals can appear, so it may be beneficial to monitor prices. There isn't a single best time, but flexibility often helps.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options. While it may add to your ground travel, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always check the overall cost and convenience.

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Cape Town to Lilongwe: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares are non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Lilongwe takes approximately 15h 55m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Regular price: $635 - $993

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe is between $635 and $993. The current lowest deal is $906 for travel from Oct 1-Oct 31, available via Kayak.

now $906

Low $635

High $993

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to LLW is June, with a median price of 915 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 1164 USD. Generally, prices are lower from June to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $915

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,164

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Airlink

Kenya Airways

Qatar Airways

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

$811

$1,127

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Ethiopian Airlines

$905

$1,068

One-way

Sun, Sep 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Qatar Airways

$780

$2,995

One-way

Sun, Sep 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Qatar Airways

$783

$2,998

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

$750

$906

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

$864

$1,200

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

$999 → $935

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$816 → $763

6 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 30

$814 → $860

7 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 16

$822 → $874

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Cape Town - Lilongwe route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Cape Town to Lilongwe are near the typical level of $828.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $699

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe, with a median price of $699.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 15h 55m

The median flight time from Cape Town to Lilongwe is 15 hours and 55 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers the most deals

Airlink has the most direct flight deals from Cape Town to Lilongwe.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe are historically rare.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$648

Lilongwe main airports to arrive at

Lilongwe International (LLW)

Cheapest

Lilongwe International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights to Lilongwe.

📍 ~19 km from Lilongwe (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$693

Airports nearby Lilongwe used as alternative

Chileka International (BLZ)

Chileka International is a practical alternative within Malawi, offering business class and reliable regional connections.

Lilongwe, Malawi

72% AI deal score

$2,655

$2,202

Save $453

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lilongwe

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Cape Town to Lilongwe: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Direct flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Cape Town - Lilongwe route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

December is historically cheapest at $699

Median flight time is 15h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

Airlink offers the most deals

Deals are rare for this route

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Lilongwe main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lilongwe used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lilongwe

Best Elite deals to Lilongwe

Sep 25

Sep 18

Dec 29

Oct 01

Dec 02

Dec 27

Oct 30

Oct 01

Dec 19

Sep 16

Dec 17

Sep 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lilongwe

How can I find cheap flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

When should I book flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Are direct flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Cape Town to Lilongwe flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Cape Town to Lilongwe flights?

Related routes

More routes from Cape Town

Flights to Lilongwe from other cities

Cape Town to Lilongwe: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Direct flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Cape Town - Lilongwe route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

December is historically cheapest at $699

Median flight time is 15h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

Airlink offers the most deals

Deals are rare for this route

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Lilongwe main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lilongwe used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lilongwe

Best Elite deals to Lilongwe

Sep 25

Sep 18

Dec 29

Oct 01

Dec 02

Dec 27

Oct 30

Oct 01

Dec 19

Sep 16

Dec 17

Sep 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lilongwe

How can I find cheap flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

When should I book flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe?