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Cheap flights to Lilongwe from £416

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 29/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
BOS — LLW
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

Flights to Lilongwe in 2024

Find the latest flights to Lilongwe in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 844,321 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£741

Return from

£645

One-way from

£416
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From London to Lilongwe Intl
One-way flight from London to Lilongwe Intl (LLW)

Cheap flights to Lilongwe in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Lilongwe in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 844,321 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
The lowest-priced flights departing to Lilongwe in May and June 2024 can be found below. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Thu 30/510:10LGW - LLW
2 stops27h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£645
Thu 30/510:10LGW - LLW
2 stops27h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£648
Sun 16/610:10LGW - LLW
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£661
Tue 18/610:10LGW - LLW
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£696
Thu 16/510:10LGW - LLW
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/514:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/5£732
Thu 30/510:10LGW - LLW
3 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£736
Sun 16/610:10LGW - LLW
3 stops46h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£740
Tue 28/510:10LGW - LLW
3 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 4/608:10LLW - LGW
3 stops47h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£750
Thu 30/510:10LGW - LLW
3 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£756

Lilongwe 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Lilongwe in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 844,321 searches and data were last updated on 16 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Lilongwe in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 30/510:10LGW - LLW
2 stops27h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£645
Thu 30/510:10LGW - LLW
2 stops27h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£648
Sun 16/610:10LGW - LLW
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£661
Tue 18/610:10LGW - LLW
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£696
Mon 30/910:10LGW - LLW
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 19/1016:00LLW - LGW
3 stops39h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£711
Wed 11/921:00LHR - LLW
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 16/114:45LLW - LHR
1 stop17h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£714
Wed 28/821:00LHR - LLW
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 19/214:45LLW - LHR
1 stop17h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£723
Wed 4/921:00LHR - LLW
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 27/214:45LLW - LHR
1 stop17h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£726
Thu 16/510:10LGW - LLW
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/514:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/5£732

One-way flights to Lilongwe

Explore one-way flight options to Lilongwe for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 844,321 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights departing to Lilongwe in the near future. Reserve a round-trip flight to Lilongwe instead by utilising the search form above.
Tue 29/1010:10LGW - LLW
1 stop24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£416
Wed 25/921:00LHR - LLW
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£424
Wed 5/621:00LHR - LLW
2 stops17h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5£439
Wed 11/921:00LHR - LLW
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£456
Thu 12/919:45LGW - LLW
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£494
Thu 12/920:20STN - LLW
2 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£497
Tue 10/908:00LGW - LLW
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£499
Thu 12/921:15LHR - LLW
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£502
Tue 10/911:45STN - LLW
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£509

Find flights to Lilongwe within your budget

Locate flights to Lilongwe that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 844,321 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

£645 - £1,564

Route

Depart

Return

Price

London GatwickLilongwe Intl

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Thu 30/5

2 stops27h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 12/6

1 stop16h 55m

£645

London GatwickLilongwe Intl

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Thu 30/5

2 stops27h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 12/6

1 stop16h 55m

£648

London GatwickLilongwe Intl

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Sun 16/6

1 stop25h 40m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 24/6

1 stop16h 55m

£661

London HeathrowLilongwe Intl

LHR - LLW

LHRLLW

London Heathrow

Thu 5/9

1 stop18h 00m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 5/12

2 stops27h 05m

£761

London HeathrowLilongwe Intl

LHR - LLW

LHRLLW

London Heathrow

Sun 8/9

1 stop18h 00m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 25/9

2 stops27h 00m

£782

London HeathrowLilongwe Intl

LHR - LLW

LHRLLW

London Heathrow

Wed 19/6

1 stop14h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 19/9

2 stops27h 00m

£837

London HeathrowLilongwe Intl

LHR - LLW

LHRLLW

London Heathrow

Wed 19/6

1 stop14h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 22/9

2 stops27h 00m

£838

London GatwickLilongwe Intl

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Sat 7/9

2 stops51h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 28/9

2 stops24h 35m

£1,326

London CityLilongwe Intl

LCY - LLW

LCYLLW

London City

Fri 14/6

2 stops39h 40m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 21/6

3 stops22h 25m

£1,564

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 16/5

Average price of flights to Lilongwe by month

Plan your trip to Lilongwe by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Lilongwe is currently £471 while a return flight costs £896. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Lilongwe (average of £808). Flying to Lilongwe in July will prove the most costly (average of £1,267). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£671

February

£682

March

£733

April

£727

May

£723

June

£766

July

£1,000

August

£760

September

£721

October

£655

November

£637

December

£851

The city has a humid subtropical climate which gravitates towards a subtropical highland climate. That means that winters are mild and summers are very warm and pleasant. Since the city is at a high altitude, temperatures are lower than would be the norm in a subtropical climate. The hot season from mid-August to November can be very hot and travellers are advised to protect themselves against UV burns from the sun. May and November are the most pleasant times to take flights to Lilongwe, with temperatures that are not too hot or too cold.

The off-peak season is the least expensive time in the city and this is the ideal period to visit. This time of the year will offer cheap flights to Lilongwe and the lowest rates on accommodation and activities. From December to March is the short, wet season and a long dry season which lasts for the remainder of the year. June and July are considerably cooler than the rest of the year. Many tourists prefer to avoid booking flights to Lilongwe during the very rainy months, opting instead for the drier periods in the city. Since malaria occurs in the area, the wet season is often much quieter than the rest of the year as is the hot season.

Temperature and rainfall in Lilongwe by month

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

LLW

Temperature

14 - 23 °C

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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Lilongwe. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The best time to book flights to Lilongwe is 59 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Lilongwe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Lilongwe. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Lilongwe should consider flying on Thursday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 16 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways to Lilongwe to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.9
Good
1,568 reviews
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.7
Good
4,387 reviews
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.4
Good
787 reviews
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.2
Good
372 reviews
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

City overview

Named for the Lilongwe River, this interesting city is the second largest city in Malawi and also its capital. The city is found in central Malawi near the Zambian and Mozambique border. For lovers of nature and wildlife, the area abounds with natural areas and of course Lake Malawi. The Lilongwe Wildlife Centre takes in orphaned wildlife from all over Malawi and is a great opportunity to meet their resident lion and leopard as well as a variety of other species. Also in the Old Town is the Lilongwe Market where you will find a good selection of food and drink as well as soak up the culture and socialise with locals. The First World War memorial clock tower represents the colonial history of the area and is a popular landmark in Lilongwe.

The Nature Sanctuary can be found between the Old Town and the city centre and is an indigenous woodland reserve with informative walks, birds and mammals to enjoy. The city is very green and grassland areas are to be found and enjoyed quite close to the city centre. You can find international and African cuisine at a number of restaurants in the city. At the Kumbali Cultural Village you can enjoy traditional African dancing, drumming and authentic Malawian dishes.

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 does LLW mean?

    This is defined as Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW). Codes like LLW are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • 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, KLM is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Lilongwe.

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

    Lilongwe Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Lilongwe. One-way flights to Lilongwe Intl Airport typically cost £46, while return flights cost around £76.

  • How much is a return flight to Lilongwe?

    A return flight to Lilongwe will typically cost around £151, however they can be found for as little as £96.

  • 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 35 minutes).

  • Does Lilongwe Intl Airport have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Lilongwe Intl Airport?

    Yes. Lilongwe Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Moments Lodge is the closest property to Lilongwe Intl Airport (5.0 mi away from Lilongwe Intl Airport).

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