Cheap Flights to Malawi from $286 (2025/2026)

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Lilongwe
My visit to Malawi was too brief, only a couple of days, and I had no time to sightsee. The Blantyre and Kamaze area are surrounded by mountains. I wish I could have seen more of the countryside. I loved this quaint little grocery store on the side of the highway.

Blantyre

Flights
Blantyre

How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Malawi?

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 15
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
LLW
Kamuzu Intl.
$485 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$485
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Kamuzu Intl., returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $485 found 7 hours ago
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 24
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
BLZ
Chileka Intl.
$563 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$563
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Tue, Feb 3 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Chileka Intl., returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $563 found 1 day ago
Thu, Sep 18 - Fri, Oct 3
EBB
Entebbe Intl.
BLZ
Chileka Intl.
$703 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$703
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Entebbe Intl. to Chileka Intl., returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $703 found 4 days ago
Fri, Sep 12 - Thu, Sep 18
EBB
Entebbe Intl.
LLW
Kamuzu Intl.
$721 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$721
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Entebbe Intl. to Kamuzu Intl., returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $721 found 6 hours ago
Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 5
BOS
Logan Intl.
LLW
Kamuzu Intl.
$1,151 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,151
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Logan Intl. to Kamuzu Intl., returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $1,151 found 5 days ago
Mon, Sep 22 - Sun, Oct 5
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LLW
Kamuzu Intl.
$1,175 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,175
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Kamuzu Intl., returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $1,175 found 1 day ago
Thu, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 17
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
LLW
Kamuzu Intl.
$1,219 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,219
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Kamuzu Intl., returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $1,219 found 4 days ago
Wed, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 5
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
LLW
Kamuzu Intl.
$1,304 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,304
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Kamuzu Intl., returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $1,304 found 1 day ago
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 16
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
LLW
Kamuzu Intl.
$1,347 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,347
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, Mar 5 from O'Hare Intl. to Kamuzu Intl., returning Mon, Mar 16, priced at $1,347 found 1 day ago
Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 21
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
LLW
Kamuzu Intl.
$1,449 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,449
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Los Angeles Intl. to Kamuzu Intl., returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $1,449 found 4 days ago
Sun, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 19
ATL
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
LLW
Kamuzu Intl.
$1,456 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$1,456
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, Feb 8 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. to Kamuzu Intl., returning Thu, Feb 19, priced at $1,456 found 3 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BLZLumbadziDecember 3 to December 3$108
NBOLumbadziSeptember 11 to September 18$483
JNBLumbadziSeptember 8 to September 12$485
LUNLumbadziSeptember 18 to September 24$490
HRELumbadziSeptember 17 to September 25$502
NBOBlantyreOctober 13 to October 17$603
JNBBlantyreOctober 15 to October 23$606
HREBlantyreSeptember 7 to September 10$607
LHRLumbadziNovember 1 to November 8$1,193
LHRLumbadziNovember 1 to November 8$1,193
LGWBlantyreSeptember 15 to September 23$1,301
SEALumbadziOctober 1 to October 5$1,304
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
NBOLumbadziAugust 30 to September 3$512
HREBlantyreAugust 29 to August 31$861
*Prices include taxes and fees

Travelers ❤️ These Malawi 🏨

Protea Hotel by Marriott Blantyre Ryalls

Protea Hotel by Marriott Blantyre Ryalls

4.5 out of 5
2 Hannover Avenue, Blantyre
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Blantyre. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Mandala House and CCAP Church are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (140 reviews)
"Lovely old hotel with lots of character. Staff are polite and helpful"

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott Blantyre Ryalls
Sunbird Capital Hotel

Sunbird Capital Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Chilembwe Road, Lilongwe
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Lilongwe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Parliament Building and Tobacco Auction Floors are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (126 reviews)
"Staff were very much helpful. Hotel was clean and quiet. However, there were limited food options. And, food was expensive."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2025

Sunbird Capital Hotel
Latitude 13 Degrees

Latitude 13 Degrees

4 out of 5
43/60 Mphonongo Road, Lilongwe
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lilongwe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Kamuzu Mausoleum and Parliament Building are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (111 reviews)
"Great design, tons of space, largely well maintained. Not designed with safety in mind, however - one of these days someone will fall down the stairs in the rooms (barely any handrail)..."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Latitude 13 Degrees
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Sunbird Lilongwe

Sunbird Lilongwe

3.5 out of 5
44 Kamuzu Procession Road, Off Chilambula Road, Lilongwe
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Lilongwe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Old Town Mall and Lilongwe City Mall are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (111 reviews)
"The service is excellent and the staff are all friendly and professional. They were timely in delivering room service. Breakfast was great, great customer service. I really enjoyed my stay and most definitely, I will be staying there again"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Sunbird Lilongwe
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Malawi?
Your next vacation doesn't have to put a dent in your travel budget. In the last seven days, the cheapest roundtrip flight to Malawi cost $108. Find a cheap ticket and spend the cash you save on amazing experiences. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Malawi departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Which airlines fly to Malawi?
Book your seat with one of the 20 airlines that jet to Malawi. If your first port of call is Lilongwe, let Ethiopian Airlines take you to this buzzing destination to enjoy its highlights. This leading carrier offers 130 flights there every month.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Malawi?
For your best chance at nabbing a great flight deal, time your escape sometime during September. Based on Travelocity's direct flight demand from January to December last year, it's the most affordable time to journey to Malawi.
How can I check my flight status to Malawi?
Check for status updates on your flight to Malawi, make changes and loads more from our helpful Trips portal. Found at the top of the Travelocity homepage, it's your one-stop shop for viewing and managing your bookings. All you need to do is log in or create a new account. Savvy adventurers can also take advantage of the Travelocity app. You'll get alerts for flight delays and gate changes, as well as the ability to find deals on hotels, rental cars and activities while you're out and about. If you have friends or family flying with you, it's also a great way to share your travel itinerary with each other.
How do I find the best deals on flights to Malawi?
Be flexible with your dates and there's a good chance you'll find a deal you can't pass up. When searching for flights on Travelocity, hit the "Flexible dates" box above your results to reveal prices for nearby days. Also try to book well in advance and avoid peak periods. In the last seven days, the lowest price for a roundtrip flight to Malawi was $108. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Why should I book my flight to Malawi with Travelocity?
Where to begin! With cheap flights to Malawi, hotels and activities, you'll discover everything you need to create your ideal trip with Travelocity. Choose your cheap family flights and take advantage of our 24/7 customer assistance and free cancellations on most hotels if necessary. Our aim is to offer hassle-free travel whenever you book with us so that you can spend less time worrying and more time making memories with your travel buddies.
What are the most popular flight routes to Malawi?
Check out these top flight routes to Malawi and start planning your next vacation:

  • Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) - 424 flights a month.
  • Addis Ababa (ADD-Bole Intl.) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) - 156 flights a month.
  • Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) - 125 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Malawi on average?
Airfares for roundtrip flights to Malawi cost between $108 and $1,456 in the last seven days. As soon as you find an amazing deal, lock it in and prepare to jet off on your next fun adventure with Travelocity. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Malawi?
To get a feel for the average duration of a direct flight to Malawi, cast your eyes over these leading routes:

  • Blantyre (BLZ-Chileka Intl.) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) - 40 minutes
  • Addis Ababa (ADD-Bole Intl.) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) - 4 hours
  • Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) - 2 hours and 13 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Malawi?
This depends mostly on your airline and how long your trip is. Most airlines offer things like hot meals, snacks and entertainment on long-haul journeys. Whether you're searching for business class flights to Malawi or cheap flights for family vacations, you'll be taken care of from the minute you take off to the moment you land.

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.