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

Direct flights are often the most convenient, saving time and reducing the chance of missed connections. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, offering a trade-off between cost and travel duration. Consider your budget and schedule when making this choice.

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

Yes, having flexible travel dates can significantly increase your chances of finding cheaper flights. Prices often fluctuate based on the day of the week, season, and demand. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may lead to 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 to avoid surprises.

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2026-10-10 – 2026-10-17
CPT - Lilongwe
81% AI deal score
$815
$644
Round trip
2026-10-12 – 2026-10-19
CPT - Lilongwe
74% AI deal score
$815
$689
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2026-10-09 – 2026-10-16
CPT - Lilongwe
68% AI deal score
$814
$804
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2026-09-18 – 2026-09-25
CPT - Lilongwe
68% AI deal score
$843
$826
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2026-12-26 – 2027-01-09
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65% AI deal score
$840
$859
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2026-09-11 – 2026-09-20
CPT - Lilongwe
67% AI deal score
$848
$860
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2026-10-03 – 2026-10-31
CPT - Lilongwe
50% AI deal score
$744
$869
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2026-10-14 – 2026-10-21
CPT - Lilongwe
49% AI deal score
$815
$870
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-31
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48% AI deal score
$746
$873
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2026-09-08 – 2026-09-14
CPT - Lilongwe
68% AI deal score
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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: $684 - $1,009

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

The regular price range for this route is between $684 and $1009. The current lowest deal found is $648 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Oct 10-Oct 17.

now $648

Low $684

High $1,009

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

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Ethiopian Airlines

$911

$1,129

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Safair

$864

$1,011

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Ethiopian Airlines

$833

$1,129

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Airlink

$857

$909

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Safair

$891

$882

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Safair

$848

$860

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 19

$814 → $692

15%

7 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 14

$905 → $879

6 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 14

$906 → $886

6 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 28

$837 → $818

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Cape Town - Lilongwe route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from CPT to LLW are below the typical level at $648.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from CPT to LLW, with a median price of $699.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 15h 55m

Connecting flights from CPT to LLW typically take 15h 55m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are dominant, with 0% direct flights historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ethiopian Airlines has a deal for $648

Ethiopian Airlines offers a deal for $648 from CPT to LLW, departing October 10, 2026.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals from CPT to LLW are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

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 04

Lilongwe, Malawi

74% AI deal score

$2,990

$2,100

Save $890

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 02

Lilongwe, Malawi

74% AI deal score

$2,954

$2,165

Save $789

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 04

Lilongwe, Malawi

74% AI deal score

$2,928

$2,173

Save $755

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 03

Lilongwe, Malawi

74% AI deal score

$3,013

$2,200

Save $813

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 04

Lilongwe, Malawi

74% AI deal score

$3,052

$2,231

Save $821

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 02

Lilongwe, Malawi

74% AI deal score

$3,145

$2,238

Save $907

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 04

Lilongwe, Malawi

73% AI deal score

$2,817

$2,093

Save $724

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 04

Lilongwe, Malawi

73% AI deal score

$2,677

$2,100

Save $577

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 13

Lilongwe, Malawi

73% AI deal score

$2,696

$2,187

Save $509

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 08

Lilongwe, Malawi

73% AI deal score

$2,849

$2,194

Save $655

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 08

Lilongwe, Malawi

73% AI deal score

$2,786

$2,231

Save $555

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 09

Lilongwe, Malawi

73% AI deal score

$2,869

$2,245

Save $624

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 platforms can also help uncover better deals. Look for flights during off-peak seasons or less popular travel days.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, though this can vary. It's usually beneficial to monitor price trends for your desired route. Last-minute deals can sometimes appear, but they are not guaranteed.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal different flight options or prices. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience when considering this option.

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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: $684 - $1,009

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

The regular price range for this route is between $684 and $1009. The current lowest deal found is $648 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Oct 10-Oct 17.

now $648

Low $684

High $1,009

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

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Ethiopian Airlines

$911

$1,129

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Safair

$864

$1,011

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Ethiopian Airlines

$833

$1,129

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Airlink

$857

$909

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Safair

$891

$882

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Lilongwe

Cape Town (CPT) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Safair

$848

$860

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 19

$814 → $692

15%

7 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 14

$905 → $879

6 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 14

$906 → $886

6 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 28

$837 → $818

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Cape Town - Lilongwe route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from CPT to LLW are below the typical level at $648.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from CPT to LLW, with a median price of $699.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 15h 55m

Connecting flights from CPT to LLW typically take 15h 55m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are dominant, with 0% direct flights historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ethiopian Airlines has a deal for $648

Ethiopian Airlines offers a deal for $648 from CPT to LLW, departing October 10, 2026.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals from CPT to LLW are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

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

73% AI deal score

$2,869

$2,245

Save $624

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 below the typical level

December is historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 15h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ethiopian Airlines has a deal for $648

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 04

Sep 02

Sep 04

Sep 03

Sep 04

Sep 02

Sep 04

Sep 04

Sep 13

Sep 08

Sep 08

Sep 09

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 below the typical level

December is historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 15h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ethiopian Airlines has a deal for $648

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 04

Sep 02

Sep 04

Sep 03

Sep 04

Sep 02

Sep 04

Sep 04

Sep 13

Sep 08

Sep 08

Sep 09

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?