On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Lusaka — Lilongwe route. The distance between the cities is 612 km, and flight frequency is limited to approximately one regular flight per week.
Flights are operated by ET, offering both direct flights and connecting options. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the price chart and information on how to get to Lusaka airport and how to get from Lilongwe airport to the city center to find the best deals.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Lusaka — Lilongwe by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,121 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,346 in a. 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.
Lusaka → Lilongwe, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,805 | medium | May | AED 1,805 | medium | Sep | AED 2,005 | high |
| Feb | AED 1,604 | low | Jun | AED 1,905 | high | Oct | AED 1,855 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,654 | low | Jul | AED 2,105 | high | Nov | AED 1,754 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,754 | medium | Aug | AED 2,105 | high | Dec | AED 2,055 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Lilongwe is characterized by distinct seasonality: the highest temperatures are observed in October and November (up to 29.2°C), while the rainy season peaks in January and February, when up to 284 mm of precipitation falls per month.
From a budget perspective, it is most cost-effective to plan your flight for July, when ticket prices start AED 1,120. The most expensive month to travel this route is February, with prices starting AED 1,345.
September is considered the optimal time for a trip: during this period, the weather remains dry without extreme heat, and flights can be booked starting AED 1,137. It is recommended to avoid January due to heavy rainfall.
Flights on this route are operated on a regular basis by Ethiopian Airlines (ET), the key carrier for this destination. The flight frequency is approximately once a week, so we recommend planning your trip in advance. The full flight schedule and available departure dates are presented in the interactive timetable below.
Flights Lusaka — Lilongwe depart from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport and arrive at Lilongwe International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 612 km. A direct flight on a jet aircraft takes approximately 1 hour, excluding take-off and landing time.
The main carrier operating flights between these cities is Ethiopian Airlines (ET).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route; however, they operate with a low frequency — about once a week.
Flight prices change constantly depending on flight load and the season. You can find the current minimum for specific dates in the low price calendar on this page.
Flights from Zambia arrive at Lilongwe International Airport (LLW), also known as Kamuzu International Airport.
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