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Cheap flights to Malawi from £403

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 9/9. 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.
CMH — LLW
23 May — 30 May1
1 adult
Thu 23/5
Thu 30/5

Flights to Malawi in 2024

Find the latest flights to Malawi in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 835,321 searches and data was last updated on 18 May 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£741

Return from

£646

One-way from

£403
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 Malawi

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Cheap flights to Malawi in May & June 2024

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The following deals offer some of the lowest prices we've found on flights heading to Malawi in May and June 2024. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Cheap flights to Lilongwe
Thu 30/510:10LGW - LLW
2 stops27h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/5£649
Sun 26/510:10LGW - LLW
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 23/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£650
Thu 30/510:10LGW - LLW
2 stops27h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£651
Tue 28/521:00LHR - LLW
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 4/616:05LLW - LHR
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/5£737
Sun 26/510:10LGW - LLW
3 stops46h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 23/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£740
Thu 30/510:10LGW - LLW
3 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/608:10LLW - LGW
3 stops23h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£746
Thu 6/621:15LHR - LLW
2 stops16h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 22/616:05LLW - LHR
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/5£749
Thu 6/621:15LHR - LLW
2 stops16h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 22/616:05LLW - LHR
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£749
Sun 26/510:10LGW - LLW
3 stops46h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 23/608:10LLW - LGW
3 stops47h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£749
Cheap flights to Blantyre
Thu 6/621:15LHR - BLZ
3 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/617:10BLZ - LHR
2 stops24h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£840
Thu 6/621:15LHR - BLZ
3 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/617:10BLZ - LHR
2 stops24h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£842
Thu 6/621:15LHR - BLZ
2 stops34h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/617:10BLZ - LHR
2 stops24h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£850
Thu 6/621:15LHR - BLZ
2 stops34h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/617:10BLZ - LHR
2 stops24h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£852
Thu 6/621:15LHR - BLZ
1 stop14h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/617:10BLZ - LHR
2 stops24h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£911
Thu 6/621:15LHR - BLZ
1 stop14h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/617:10BLZ - LHR
2 stops24h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5£913

Malawi 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Malawi in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 835,321 searches and data were last updated on 18 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to Malawi in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 5/1110:10LGW - LLW
1 stop24h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 17/1114:45LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£646
Thu 30/510:10LGW - LLW
2 stops27h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/5£649
Sun 26/510:10LGW - LLW
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 23/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£650
Thu 30/510:10LGW - LLW
2 stops27h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/614:25LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£651
Tue 29/1010:10LGW - LLW
1 stop24h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 4/1114:45LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/5£694
Tue 5/1110:10LGW - LLW
3 stops45h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 17/1114:45LLW - LGW
1 stop16h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£712

One-way flights to Malawi

Explore one-way flight options to Malawi 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 835,321 searches and data was last updated on 18 May 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to Malawi. Reserve a round-trip flight to Malawi instead by utilising the search form above.
Mon 9/910:10LGW - LLW
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/5£403
Wed 25/921:00LHR - LLW
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/5£424

Find flights to Malawi within your budget

Locate flights to Malawi that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 835,321 searches and data was last updated on 18 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

£646 - £1,287

Route

Depart

Return

Price

London GatwickLilongwe Intl

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Tue 5/11

1 stop24h 40m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 17/11

1 stop16h 30m

£646

London GatwickLilongwe Intl

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Thu 30/5

2 stops27h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 12/6

1 stop16h 55m

£649

London GatwickLilongwe Intl

LGW - LLW

LGWLLW

London Gatwick

Thu 30/5

2 stops27h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 12/6

1 stop16h 55m

£651

London HeathrowLilongwe Intl

LHR - LLW

LHRLLW

London Heathrow

Tue 5/11

1 stop18h 10m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 16/11

1 stop14h 50m

£763

London HeathrowLilongwe Intl

LHR - LLW

LHRLLW

London Heathrow

Tue 8/10

1 stop14h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 14/10

2 stops27h 00m

£788

London CityLilongwe Intl

LCY - LLW

LCYLLW

London City

Thu 3/10

2 stops39h 40m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 11/10

3 stops20h 15m

£1,283

London HeathrowBlantyre Chileka

LHR - BLZ

LHRBLZ

London Heathrow

Fri 11/10

2 stops44h 55m

Blantyre Chileka

Fri 18/10

2 stops41h 15m

£1,287

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Average price of flights to Malawi by month

Plan your trip to Malawi by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Malawi is currently £414 while a return flight costs £867. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Malawi (average of £808). Flying to Malawi 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

£999

August

£760

September

£721

October

£655

November

£637

December

£851

Peak season:

Malawi generally hovers somewhere in a humid subtropical climate meaning that the winters are pleasant and the summers are very warm. The different areas of Malawi do experience different weather conditions though but generally May to August is the busiest time of year to visit. The weather is generally warm and dry without being too hot and uncomfortable. You’ll definitely need to make sure you book your flight tickets well in advance to have a chance of finding cheap flights to Malawi during this peak season. One of the benefits of Malawi is that there are cultural events taking place throughout the year so you’ll more often than not manage to arrive during something special. There is the Malawi Wilderness Dug-Out Canoe Race during April, where 8 different communities come together and battle it out in a race on Lake Malawi. There’s a sailing marathon in the middle of August, a cycling marathon in June and even World Lion Day on the 10th of August. This is a special day to celebrate the successful reintroduction of lions back into the wild.

Off season:

From around the middle of August all the way through to November can be unbearably hot although if you can tolerate the heat then you can find some good deals on your flight tickets. The true off season begins around December. December to March is classed as the wet season. It’s a short season and the rest of the year is practically completely dry. The wet season has the benefit of offering the cheapest flights to Malawi thanks to a lack of real tourist interest. The downside is that some activities aren’t available so you’re list of things to do might be slightly more limited.

Temperature and rainfall in Malawi by month

Plan your trip to Malawi 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 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Malawi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Malawi. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to Malawi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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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 18 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Malawi, see what other customers have to say about Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and KLM. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
1,561 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

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
1,561 reviews
7.9
Good
1,561 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

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
4,384 reviews
7.9
Good
1,561 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

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
789 reviews
7.9
Good
1,561 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

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
370 reviews
7.9
Good
1,561 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

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.

What is good to know if travelling to Malawi?

  • Lake Malawi is such a vast body of water it could be confused for being a sea. So much so that it makes a list of 10 lakes that look like oceans.
  • If you are quite the hiker then you should definitely take the trek up Mount Mulanje for a great experience.
  • When is the best time to book a flight Malawi?

    To have a chance of securing the cheapest flights to Malawi you’ll want to aim to have your flight tickets booked at least four or five months in advance. This will help you avoid the dramatic increase in price as the dates draw nearer. If you’re dates are for one of the busiest months of the year then you might struggle to find cheap flights to Malawi regardless of how early you book, however your flight tickets will still be cheaper than last-minute purchases. The best way to find the cheapest flights to Malawi is to be flexible with your dates and the area of Malawi you wish to visit. School holidays and certain events will also increase the price of your flight tickets so take this into consideration when you’re booking your flights to Malawi. There isn’t too much importance on selecting a specific side of the plane to sit on as both sides offer some stunning views of Malawi as you approach.

  • How long is the flight to Malawi?

    Flights from London to Lilongwe, Malawi: 15 hours 05 minutes. Flights from Manchester to Blantyre, Malawi: 16 hours 55 minutes. Flights from Birmingham to Lilongwe, Malawi: 15 hours 25 minutes. Flights from Glasgow to Blantyre, Malawi: 19 hours 00 minutes.

  • Which airlines operate flights to Malawi?

    There are several airlines that offer flights to Malawi, Ethiopian, Kenya Airways, Air France and KLM to name the major ones. When you’re deciding which airline to secure your flight tickets with it’s worth considering your budget and your preference. Usually you’ll lean towards who offers the cheapest flights to Malawi although this does vary from airline to airline depending on the dates and where in Malawi you’re flying into. Once you’ve settled on a rough period of dates you can start comparing a couple of airlines together to see who offers you the best value for money on your flight tickets. It’s worth noting that all flights to Malawi are all connecting so there is every chance you’ll use a combination of different airlines before you land in Malawi for your vacation.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Lilongwe: Once your flights to Malawi land in Lilongwe you’ll have the choice of two different options to find your way into the city centre. The first one, and most convenient way, is to just get a taxi. You can find them outside of the airport and you’ll be able to find one easily. They aren’t overly expensive either but just make sure to agree on the fare before you commit to the journey. There aren’t any minibuses or other public transport options so you’re pretty limited to just the taxi. You could also rent a car although the city centre is quite the distance so unless you’re familiar with the area you might prefer to jump in a taxi. Blantyre: The Blantyre airport is located around 16km away from the city centre and you are slightly less limited than you are with Lilongwe. The best option is probably to still get a taxi as you can get dropped off directly outside of your hotel which is a lot more convenient especially after your long flights to Malawi. Failing that there is a bus service which you can jump on however they can be crowded and they aren’t always too reliable. That said they are much cheaper than a taxi and once you’ve got your bearings can make for a much better option.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Malawi 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 Malawi on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Malawi?

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

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

    Lilongwe Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Malawi. One-way flights to Lilongwe Intl Airport typically cost £46, while return flights cost around £74.

  • How much is a return flight to Malawi?

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

  • Where does the fastest flight to Malawi depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Malawi, 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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