Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe from £220

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LLW
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2026.

Sat 7/312:30
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/316:00
LLW
-
JNB
3 stops21h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/1£380
Sat 1/822:50
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops32h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 25/808:10
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/1£382
Fri 6/212:30
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 8/216:40
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops27h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/1£386
Wed 4/210:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Sat 7/214:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 21/1£387
Sat 7/310:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Sat 14/314:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 21/1£388
Wed 10/610:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Fri 19/614:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 21/1£390
Sat 7/212:30
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/214:45
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop13h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/1£393
Tue 10/212:30
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 12/216:00
LLW
-
JNB
3 stops21h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/1£395
Fri 6/310:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Fri 13/314:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 20/1£396
Thu 22/114:30
JNB
-
LLW
3 stops19h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/308:10
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop3h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/1£401

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Lilongwe (LLW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£380

One-way from

£220

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£372
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 7/3-14/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 24h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Lilongwe
Search Deals
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 10/6
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Lilongwe
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£15 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 22 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Lilongwe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

13:30-15:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 14/3

16:00-13:05

3 stops21h 05m

£386

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 7/2

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£387

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 7/6

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£387

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 22/7

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£390

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 8/2

16:00-20:10

3 stops28h 10m

£402

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 24/2

08:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

£404

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

13:30-15:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 11/2

08:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

£404

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

13:30-15:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 8/3

10:20-12:35

Nonstop2h 15m

£404

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

13:30-15:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 15/2

10:20-12:35

Nonstop2h 15m

£412

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

£220

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 20/1

Showing 1-10 of 11 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lilongwe from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe (average of £305). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe in August is currently the most expensive (average of £328). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to LLW?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 January 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

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 22 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe, such as Airlink, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
81 reviews
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
948 reviews
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
291 reviews
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lilongwe from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Located just 12.7 mi from the city center, Lilongwe Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Lilongwe from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe Intl (LLW) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe will take you 2h 20m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe is about 925 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe is Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £281 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Airlink, starting at £328 and £366 round-trip. These flights start at 20% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe are Ethiopian Air (£188), Airlink (£195), and Kenya Airways (£200).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Consider Qatar Airways (24%), KLM (24%) or Emirates (24%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Lilongwe flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Lilongwe by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe (average of £305). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe in August is currently the most expensive (average of £328). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Complete your trip

Complete your trip to Lilongwe by adding a car hire and/or hotel booking to your travel itinerary.
Lilongwe car hire
Lilongwe Intl Airport car hire
Blantyre car hire

Top 3 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Lilongwe

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 22 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest£281Average£336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian AirCheapest£328Average£403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
AirlinkCheapest£366Average£403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Airlink flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe?

Cheapflights makes it easy to find OR Tambo to Lilongwe flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from OR Tambo to Lilongwe?

Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Lilongwe from OR Tambo by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Can Cheapflights find flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe with no change fees?

Yes, we can. To see specific flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from OR Tambo to Lilongwe become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on OR Tambo to Lilongwe flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.