On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Dar es Salaam → Lilongwe route. The distance between the cities is 997 km, and flights between Dar es Salaam and Lilongwe are operated approximately once a week.
The main airline on this route is Ethiopian Airlines. Current prices change frequently, so use the low-price calendar to find the best deals and check the information on how to get to the departure airport and arrange a transfer from Lilongwe Airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Dar es Salaam — Lilongwe by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,243 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,400 in r. 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.
Dar es Salaam → Lilongwe, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,611 | medium | May | AED 1,537 | medium | Sep | AED 1,537 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,309 | low | Jun | AED 1,770 | high | Oct | AED 1,462 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,309 | low | Jul | AED 1,844 | high | Nov | AED 1,383 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,462 | medium | Aug | AED 1,770 | high | Dec | AED 1,923 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Lilongwe is characterized by alternating dry and rainy seasons. The hottest days occur in October and November, when temperatures reach 29°C, while the peak rainfall is observed in January—with up to 27 rainy days recorded during this month.
From a savings perspective, the most cost-effective month to buy tickets is June, with prices starting AED 1,240. The highest fares on this route are recorded in July, when the minimum flight cost increases and starts AED 1,345.
For a comfortable trip, it is better to choose September: this is a dry month with pleasant daytime temperatures around 27°C and moderate ticket prices starting AED 1,253. It is recommended to avoid the period from December to February due to intense tropical downpours.
The main operator on the Dar es Salaam — Lilongwe route is Ethiopian Airlines. Currently, there is approximately one flight per week, which requires planning your trip well in advance. To view the detailed flight schedule by day of the week and choose the best travel option, please check the airline information cards below.
Flights Dar es Salaam — Lilongwe depart from Julius Nyerere 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 about 997 km. With a direct flight, the travel time takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes; however, most options involve layovers, which increases the total flight duration.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Ethiopian Airlines. A full list of available carriers and route options can be found in the section above.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on seasonality and aircraft occupancy. The current minimum offers for each month are displayed in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Lilongwe International Airport (LLW), which is the main gateway to Malawi.
The most affordable fares are usually offered for flights in June. We recommend booking as soon as you have decided on your dates, as the number of flights on this route is limited.
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