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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Malawi from R5 047

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LLW
Apr 5 — Apr 121
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Malawi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Malawi flight deals. Data was last updated 31 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 828

One-way from

R5 047

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R9 560
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 3/5-10/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Malawi
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 7/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Malawi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R11 831 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 763 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Malawi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Malawi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 March 2025.

Sat 3/517:00JNB - LLW
1 stop8h 20mKenya Airways
Sat 10/514:15LLW - JNB
2 stops20h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/3R7 828
Sun 25/522:50JNB - LLW
2 stops32h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 1/68:10LLW - JNB
1 stop3h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/3R8 086
Sat 3/514:30JNB - BLZ
2 stops18h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/517:10BLZ - JNB
2 stops19h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/3R9 063
Thu 19/611:15JNB - BLZ
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Mon 23/614:10BLZ - JNB
Nonstop2h 25mAirlink
Deal found 30/3R9 173
Fri 16/510:50JNB - LLW
Nonstop2h 20mAirlink
Wed 21/514:00LLW - JNB
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 31/3R9 247
Sat 17/510:50JNB - LLW
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/514:15LLW - JNB
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3R10 278
Sat 3/512:20JNB - BLZ
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/59:10BLZ - JNB
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3R12 083

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Malawi that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/5

17:00-1:20

1 stop8h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 10/5

14:15-10:55

2 stops20h 40m

R7 828

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

22:50-7:10

2 stops32h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 1/6

8:10-11:35

1 stop3h 25m

R8 086

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/5

14:30-8:40

2 stops18h 10m

Blantyre Chileka

Sat 10/5

17:10-13:05

2 stops19h 55m

R9 063

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/6

11:15-13:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Mon 23/6

14:10-16:35

Nonstop2h 25m

R9 173

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 21/5

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

R9 247

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/5

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 21/5

14:15-15:50

2 stops25h 35m

R10 278

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/5

12:20-14:35

Nonstop2h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Sat 10/5

9:10-16:30

1 stop7h 20m

R12 083

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R5 047

JohannesburgLilongwe

JNB - LLW

JNBLLW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

1:15-13:25

1 stop12h 10m

R5 194

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB - BLZ

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/4

12:20-14:35

Nonstop2h 15m

R5 415

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 30/3

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Malawi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Malawi

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Malawi?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Malawi (average of R371). Flying from Johannesburg to Malawi in June is currently the most expensive (average of R524). 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 MW?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Malawi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 March 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Malawi in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Malawi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Malawi. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Malawi flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Malawi

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Malawi. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 31 March 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to MW0 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Malawi by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Malawi 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 Malawi when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Malawi by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Malawi, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Malawi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malawi. 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 Malawi. Reviews last updated 31 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Malawi, such as Airlink, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6,6

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

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
8,6
Very Good

Entertainment

6,6

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

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

6,6

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

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

6,6

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

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 Johannesburg to Malawi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Malawi flights?

    In many cases, travellers who are going to Malawi from Johannesburg will be leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport. This is the largest and busiest airport in the city with a potential for 28 million passengers each year. Some passengers will choose to fly out of Lanseria International Airport, instead. This is a quieter and smaller airport near Johannesburg. Travellers will disembark the plane at Lilongwe International Airport if going to Lilongwe. Those going to Blantyre can leave the plane at Chileka International Airport, which is 16 kilometres from the city centre. The airport offers flights to Addis Ababa, Nairobi, Johannesburg, and Dar es Salaam.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Malawi?

    Passengers who are visiting Blantyre will have limited direct, nonstop flights available. These are offered by Ethiopian Airlines and last around 2h 30m. There are also direct flights into Lilongwe available through South African Airways and Ethiopian Airlines. While direct flights are highly limited to Malawi, there are dozens of stopover flights available. Some of the airlines offering them include Kenya Airways, British Airways, and RwandAir. In most cases, for this flight, the direct options are less expensive while getting to Malawi quicker than stopover flights. The quickest stopover flights into Lilongwe are around 4h 45m in length.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Malawi?

    When it comes to single stop flights, there are more than a dozen options daily going into Lilongwe. Flights may stop down at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Harare Airport, or Lusaka, among others. Some of the flights have additional stops. These tend to be the longest as well as the most expensive for these locations. Going into Lilongwe, travellers might stop at Lusaka Airport and Harare Airport or Addis Ababa Airport and Dar es Salaam Airport. A quick two-stop stopover flight will take around 8h 55m, while longer ones can be twice that long.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Malawi?

    Visiting Malawi from Johannesburg does not require a visa. Instead, travellers must have a passport to take this flight.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Malawi one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Airlink, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 047. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Malawi for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Malawi?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Malawi is generally R7 614, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 010. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lilongwe Intl), you can expect to pay R8 086 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Malawi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Malawi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Malawi?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Malawi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Malawi 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 to Malawi?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Malawi (average of R371). Flying from Johannesburg to Malawi in June is currently the most expensive (average of R524). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Malawi

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Malawi. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 31 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 647AverageR7 780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR7 150AverageR9 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 836AverageR10 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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