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£497+ Cheap flights to Lilongwe

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 25/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— LLW
28 Jun — 5 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Lilongwe in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Lilongwe
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Lilongwe. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 May 2026.

Tue 15/910:10
LGW
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LLW
3 stops22h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 3/1008:10
LLW
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LGW
3 stops23h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/5£826
Mon 14/911:00
LGW
-
LLW
1 stop25h 30m
Kenya Airways
Fri 2/1012:35
LLW
-
LGW
1 stop19h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/5£839
Sun 14/610:10
LGW
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LLW
3 stops22h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 28/608:10
LLW
-
LGW
3 stops23h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/5£841
Wed 4/1117:25
LHR
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LLW
1 stop14h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sun 22/1110:15
LLW
-
LHR
2 stops31h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/5£844
Sun 1/1117:25
LHR
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LLW
2 stops22h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 16/1118:25
LLW
-
LHR
1 stop23h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/5£845
Tue 6/1010:10
LGW
-
LLW
3 stops22h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 20/1008:10
LLW
-
LGW
3 stops47h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/5£847
Tue 24/1117:25
LHR
-
LLW
1 stop14h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 8/1214:15
LLW
-
LHR
1 stop27h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/5£853
Mon 14/910:10
LGW
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LLW
3 stops22h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 2/1008:10
LLW
-
LGW
3 stops47h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/5£861
Sun 14/621:00
LHR
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LLW
3 stops41h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 28/616:30
LLW
-
LHR
3 stops25h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/5£863
Tue 9/610:10
LGW
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LLW
3 stops28h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 16/616:00
LLW
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LGW
3 stops39h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/5£864
Mon 14/918:25
LHR
-
LLW
1 stop18h 05m
Kenya Airways
Fri 2/1012:35
LLW
-
LHR
1 stop28h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/5£867
Tue 24/1110:00
LGW
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LLW
3 stops21h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 8/1208:10
LLW
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LGW
3 stops47h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/5£870

Find flight deals to Lilongwe

Find the latest flights to Lilongwe in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 29 May 2026.

Return from

£826

One-way from

£497

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£838
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/9-3/10
  • 6 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • London to Lilongwe
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 25/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 45m total
  • London to Lilongwe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£206 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£30 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LondonLilongwe

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Sun 1/11

10:00-09:40

3 stops21h 40m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 16/11

08:10-05:40

3 stops23h 30m

£890

LondonLilongwe

LCY - LLW

LCYLLW

London City

Tue 24/11

07:45-09:25

2 stops23h 40m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 8/12

14:15-19:35

3 stops31h 20m

£913

LondonLilongwe

LCY - LLW

LCYLLW

London City

Wed 10/6

20:15-13:10

2 stops39h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 17/6

14:00-17:20

2 stops28h 20m

£922

LondonLilongwe

LHR - LLW

LHRLLW

London Heathrow

Wed 17/6

21:00-15:55

3 stops41h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 7/7

16:00-09:05

3 stops42h 05m

£938

LondonLilongwe

LCY - LLW

LCYLLW

London City

Tue 6/10

10:00-09:30

2 stops22h 30m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 20/10

14:15-19:45

3 stops30h 30m

£960

LondonLilongwe

LHR - LLW

LHRLLW

London Heathrow

Thu 18/6

21:00-09:40

3 stops35h 40m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 11/7

08:10-07:00

3 stops23h 50m

£963

LondonLilongwe

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Tue 24/11

10:00-15:00

2 stops27h 00m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 8/12

16:00-05:40

3 stops39h 40m

£967

LondonLilongwe

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Mon 24/8

11:00-13:30

1 stop25h 30m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 8/9

14:15-16:00

3 stops26h 45m

£971

LondonLilongwe

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Mon 14/9

10:10-15:00

2 stops27h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 2/10

16:45-06:20

2 stops38h 35m

£976
Fastest return journey

LondonLilongwe

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Mon 29/6

10:10-07:10

2 stops20h 00m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 8/7

08:10-06:25

3 stops23h 15m

£977

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Lilongwe

How long is the flight to Lilongwe?

On average, a flight from London to Lilongwe takes 20 hours 12 minutes. Flights to Lilongwe from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Lilongwe?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Lilongwe are Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways.

Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From £603
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From £590

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Lilongwe?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Lilongwe are Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Lilongwe by month

Plan your trip to Lilongwe by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lilongwe ranges from 0.0 - 210.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Lilongwe when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Lilongwe by month

Plan your trip to Lilongwe by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lilongwe, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, November is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Lilongwe?

The best time to book flights to Lilongwe is 89 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.

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 29 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways to Malawi. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,003 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.6

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,003 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,003 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.6

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
304 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,003 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.6

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.

FAQs about flying to Lilongwe

Getting around Lilongwe

As the city of Lilongwe is very spread out, getting around by foot can prove difficult, therefore taxis and mini buses are advised.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Flights to Lilongwe will arrive at Kamazu International Airport (LLW). Getting to the city is reasonably easy and you can choose from a number of public transportation options namely rental car, bus and rail. The city is located about 12 miles (20 km) from the airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lilongwe?

    For a flight to Lilongwe, you will be flying into Lilongwe Intl. Lilongwe Intl (LLW) is just 12.7 mi from the center of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Lilongwe if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Lilongwe on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Lilongwe?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Kenya Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Lilongwe.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Lilongwe?

    Lilongwe Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Lilongwe. One-way flights to Lilongwe Intl typically cost £142, while return flights cost around £313.

  • How much is a return flight to Lilongwe?

    A return flight to Lilongwe will typically cost around £493, however they can be found for as little as £313.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Lilongwe depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Lilongwe, London offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Lilongwe Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Lilongwe Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Lilongwe Intl?

    Yes. Lilongwe Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sigma Court Apartment 3,Entire home in Lilongwe, Malawi is the closest property to Lilongwe Intl (5.0 mi away from Lilongwe Intl).

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