On this page, you can find and purchase flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg. The total distance between the cities is 1,479 km, with flight frequencies reaching approximately 9 flights per week.
Flights are operated by reliable airlines, including Airlink (4Z), Ethiopian Airlines, and Qatar Airways. Ticket prices are dynamic; to find the best offer, use the price chart and check how to get to Lilongwe airport or from Johannesburg airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Lilongwe → Johannesburg on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by Ethiopian Airlines, Airlink, 3W and Emirates. Departures from Lilongwe International Airport airports, arrivals at O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Lilongwe — Johannesburg by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,250 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,382 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Lilongwe → Johannesburg, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,527 | high | May | AED 2,211 | medium | Sep | AED 2,121 | low |
| Feb | AED 2,257 | medium | Jun | AED 2,347 | medium | Oct | AED 2,076 | low |
| Mar | AED 2,302 | medium | Jul | AED 2,482 | high | Nov | AED 2,166 | medium |
| Apr | AED 2,437 | high | Aug | AED 2,257 | medium | Dec | AED 2,618 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest time in Johannesburg is from October to January, when average highs reach 26.5°C. The driest and coolest months are June and July, when there is almost no rainfall and nighttime temperatures can drop to 3.6°C.
The most budget-friendly flight from Lilongwe is available in July, with ticket prices starting AED 1,250. Peak prices are recorded in April and March, when the minimum fare is AED 1,382 and AED 1,378 respectively.
July and August are the optimal months for planning a trip, as they combine low airfares with dry weather. It is best to avoid the period from December to February if you want to minimize the risk of prolonged rainfall.
Several airlines operate flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg, with Airlink and Ethiopian Airlines being the key carriers. Both direct flights and options with short layovers in major regional aviation hubs are available on this route. Detailed information regarding flight days and exact departure times for each aircraft can be found in the interactive schedule below.
Flights Lilongwe — Johannesburg depart from Lilongwe International Airport and arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time on a direct flight is about 2 hours, as the distance between the cities is 1,479 km.
Regular flight services are provided by Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines, Qatar Airways, and other carriers. An up-to-date list of airlines is available on this page.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand. The current minimum can be found in the price dynamics block and the low-price calendar above.
Most flights from Lilongwe arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), which is the primary aviation hub of South Africa.
It is recommended to book in advance, at least a month before your trip, and monitor the price chart to catch the most favorable fare.
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