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 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LLW
9 Jan — 16 Jan1
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 January, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 10 December 2025.

Mon 15/1213:25JNB - LLW
Nonstop2h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 31/1208:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12£444
Sat 27/1212:30JNB - LLW
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/108:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/12£455
Mon 15/1210:50JNB - LLW
Nonstop2h 20mAirlink
Wed 31/1214:00LLW - JNB
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 9/12£479
Tue 30/1212:30JNB - LLW
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 2/108:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/12£493
Fri 26/1210:50JNB - LLW
Nonstop2h 20mAirlink
Fri 2/114:00LLW - JNB
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 9/12£505

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 10 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£378

One-way from

£220

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£386

Good one-way deal

£184 or less
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 23/1-30/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Lilongwe
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 27/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Lilongwe
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (£3 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lilongwe Intl.

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OR Tambo

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Lilongwe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 30/1

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£378

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 2/2

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£378

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

Mon 26/1

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 6/2

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£387

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 24/5

16:20-03:55

2 stops35h 35m

£390

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

08:20-07:40

2 stops23h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 29/1

08:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

£390

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

13:25-15:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 6/2

16:20-13:05

2 stops20h 45m

£390

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 7/2

10:20-12:35

Nonstop2h 15m

£405

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

12:30-15:55

1 stop3h 25m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 30/1

08:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

£405

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

£220

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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 5 December 2025.

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 £330). 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 10 December 2025.

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 10 December 2025.
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.

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8.4
Very Good

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

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  • 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 £318 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Airlink, starting at £328 and £368 round-trip. These flights start at 9% 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 (£190), Airlink (£197), and Kenya Airways (£200).

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

    Consider Qatar Airways (46%), Emirates (46%) or Airlink (46%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe?

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Lilongwe is £174. On average you can expect to pay £209. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lilongwe Intl), can usually be booked for £538.

  • 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 £330). 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest£318Average£346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£328Average£406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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AirlinkCheapest£368Average£407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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