Cheap flights to Malawi

When flying from Johannesburg, you can expect non-stop flights to take between 2h 20min and 3h 25min. Flights with more than one stopover will take closer to 7h. If you're flying from Cape Town, flights will often have a single stopover in Johannesburg and a travel time of around 6h 20min. Flights from Durban often have a couple of stopovers starting in Johannesburg and will take between 6h and 9h 30min.

You’ll find Malawi flight deals with direct flights from Johannesburg. Flights from Johannesburg depart from OR Tambo International Airport and land at Kamuzu International Airport, Malawi. There are currently no other airports offering non-stop flights to Malawi, Africa. If you’re travelling from Cape Town, you’ll find flights with a single stopover in Johannesburg before going to Malawi. Flights from Durban typically have a single stopover in Johannesburg or multiple stops in Joburg and at Blantyre Chileka Airport.

Flights to Malawi from South Africa will land at Kamuzu International Airport, Malawi in the capital city, Lilongwe. The airport offers a few ways to get to the city centre, including taxis outside of the arrivals terminal that will take you to the city in around 20min depending on traffic. There are local buses that run from the commercial part of the airport to the city and take around 30-40min depending on traffic and stops. There is an airport shuttle bus that can be prearranged and will take you to your hotel in roughly 30min. Local taxi apps are also available to take you around the city.

Malawi is a landlocked country in the southeast of Africa, bordered by Mozambique and Zambia, and is home to the large Lake Malawi, which offers a variety of activities. Africa is home to a plethora of animals and Malawi has an array of National Parks like Liwonde National Park, where you can see animals like rhinos and elephants near the Shire River. Lake Malawi National Park is a must-see on the banks of Lake Malawi, crowned as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984, spend time viewing the colourful fish and sandy beaches while swimming or kayaking. If you’re looking for a hike with a view, head out to Zomba Massif and scale the mountain of Shire Highlands. You can take a tour of the Shire River and catch a glimpse of hippos, crocodiles, and elephants. If you’re looking for more of an escape, you can make your way to Mumbo Island, an expansive offshore resort with forests and beaches. Chintheche is considered one of Malawi’s best beaches and sits on the northern shore of Lake Malawi with tropical surroundings.

As a South African citizen, you don’t need a visa to visit Malawi for tourist purposes. Your stay cannot exceed 30 days and your passport must be valid for the length of your stay. If you wish to do business, you will need to apply through your local consulate.

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

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

Blantyre Chileka Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Malawi. One-way flights to Blantyre Chileka Airport typically cost R2 275, while return flights cost around R1 962.

A return flight to Malawi will typically cost around R541, however they can be found for as little as R188.

For those looking to save time traveling to Malawi, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (2 hours 5 minutes).

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

Yes. Lilongwe Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Smile Apartments Area 43 is the closest property to Lilongwe Intl Airport (12,9 km away from Lilongwe Intl Airport).