What percentage of Johannesburg to Lilongwe flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 16.6% of flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that a significant portion of travelers on this route typically experience at least one connection. While direct options are available, they represent a smaller share of the overall flight offerings.

How many hours is the flight from Johannesburg to Lilongwe?

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Lilongwe has a duration of 2 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 1489 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, historically take considerably longer, with a median duration of 9 hours and 10 minutes. This represents a substantial difference in travel time, with connecting flights taking approximately 550 minutes compared to 140 minutes for direct routes.

How much do direct flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe have been more expensive than connecting flights. Across the trailing quarter, direct flights had a median price of $598, while connecting flights had a median price of $496. This represents a premium of approximately 21% for the convenience of a direct route. Direct flights also constituted about 32.8% of the available options during this period.

Flights From Johannesburg

To Lilongwe

Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

Browse current best options from Johannesburg. Become a member to unlock all deals and get alerts when new deals appear.

Deals from

Johannesburg

RatePunk searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Lilongwe

Prices updated 2 days ago

405 airlines compared

80%+ AI score for best value

Fares are subject to change and may not be available for all dates. (Data last updated Jul 26, 2026.)

Today’s best flight deals from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

2026-09-06 – 2026-09-13
JNB - Lilongwe
83% AI deal score
$658
$359
Round trip
2026-08-20 – 2026-08-23
JNB - Lilongwe
79% AI deal score
$524
$360
Round trip
2026-09-20 – 2026-09-28
JNB - Lilongwe
82% AI deal score
$632
$360
Round trip
2026-09-04 – 2026-09-11
JNB - Lilongwe
83% AI deal score
$657
$360
Round trip
2026-09-03 – 2026-09-10
JNB - Lilongwe
83% AI deal score
$657
$360
Round trip
2026-09-09 – 2026-09-13
JNB - Lilongwe
80% AI deal score
$672
$388
Round trip
2026-09-03 – 2026-09-06
JNB - Lilongwe
80% AI deal score
$671
$388
Round trip
2026-09-04 – 2026-09-07
JNB - Lilongwe
80% AI deal score
$671
$389
Round trip
2026-08-03 – 2026-08-25
JNB - Lilongwe
75% AI deal score
$490
$389
Round trip
2026-08-03 – 2026-08-09
JNB - Lilongwe
79% AI deal score
$574
$389
Round trip

Johannesburg to Lilongwe: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

Right now, 12% of recent fares for flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe are considered a good price. Fares for this route are currently above the typical level. When looking for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe, you'll find prices typically range from $494–$940, with a median of $544.

For travelers wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lilongwe, the data indicates that March is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $324. Following closely are April, with a median of $463, and May, where the median fare is $487. These months offer more budget-friendly options compared to the overall median.

Most itineraries for flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe connect at least once. Only 16.6% of recent fares are for direct flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe. For the majority of journeys that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Lilongwe takes approximately 2h 20m, including connections. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries. For non-stop flights, the journey time is also 2h 20m, while connecting flights typically extend to about 11h 30m.

The distance between Johannesburg and Lilongwe is 1489 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

Regular price: $518 - $691

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

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe is USD 518 to USD 691. The current lowest deal is USD 356 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Sep 4-Sep 11.

now $356

Low $518

High $691

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

Flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe are cheapest in April, with a median price of $463. The most expensive month to fly is July, with a median price of $970. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $463

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $970

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Kenya Airways

$660

$493

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Kenya Airways

$656

$487

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Kenya Airways

$660

$493

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Ethiopian Airlines

$492

$489

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Kenya Airways

$569

$493

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Kenya Airways

$593

$494

One-way

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

7 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 11

$658 → $356

46%

2 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 27

$661 → $359

46%

7 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 13

$658 → $359

45%

4 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 13

$672 → $388

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

Johannesburg - Lilongwe route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares are above the typical level for this route, with 12% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $324.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 20m

Direct flights to Lilongwe typically take 2h 20m, while connecting flights average 11h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 16.6% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is one airline that has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$357

Lilongwe main airports to arrive at

Lilongwe International (LLW)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~19 km from Lilongwe (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$357

Airports nearby Lilongwe used as alternative

Chileka International (BLZ)

Chileka International (BLZ) is a primary domestic alternative within Malawi, offering regional connections.

📍 ~270 km from Lilongwe (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$516

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lilongwe

71% AI deal score

$1,990

$1,273

Save $717

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lilongwe

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe has been within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price was approximately $474. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made 7-13 days out, with an average price of $656. For travelers planning further in advance, prices across the trailing quarter averaged around $521 for bookings made 28-59 days prior to travel.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Lilongwe is considered to be $494 or less. The median price for this route was $544. Prices can go higher, with 75% of tickets costing up to $940. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the good price threshold to secure a more economical fare.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Lilongwe, with a median price of $324. April also offered competitive prices, with a median of $463. The annual median price for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days, was $544. May, with a median price of $487, was identified as the most expensive month within the cheapest period.

Related routes

More routes from Johannesburg

Flights from Johannesburg to Lagos Flights from Johannesburg to Livingstone Flights from Johannesburg to London Flights from Johannesburg to Lusaka Flights from Johannesburg to Madrid Flights from Johannesburg to Manchester Flights from Johannesburg to Maputo Flights from Johannesburg to Maseru Flights from Johannesburg to Melbourne Flights from Johannesburg to Mombasa Flights from Johannesburg to Nairobi Flights from Johannesburg to Nelspruit

Flights to Lilongwe from other cities

Flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Johannesburg to Lilongwe: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

The distance between Johannesburg and Lilongwe is 1489 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

Regular price: $518 - $691

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

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe is USD 518 to USD 691. The current lowest deal is USD 356 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Sep 4-Sep 11.

now $356

Low $518

High $691

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

April

Cheapest

Flights from $463

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $970

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lilongwe

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Kenya Airways

$660

$493

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Kenya Airways

$656

$487

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Kenya Airways

$660

$493

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Ethiopian Airlines

$492

$489

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Kenya Airways

$569

$493

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lilongwe

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lilongwe (LLW)

Kenya Airways

$593

$494

One-way

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

7 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 11

$658 → $356

46%

2 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 27

$661 → $359

46%

7 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 13

$658 → $359

45%

4 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 13

$672 → $388

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lilongwe