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- Lowest observed
- €281, departing 24 Oct 2026 (Last checked: 13 Oct 2026)One-way fare · Priced departure days checked in the last 14 days: 91Check live prices for this route
- Airlines seen
- Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines, fastjet, Kenya Airways
- Reported fastest flight
- 2h 15m
- Non-stop
- Yes
About this route
Explore the fares we observed from Johannesburg to Lilongwe. Prices move often, so pick your dates to see the latest options.
- Route distance
- 1,486 km
- Reported fastest flight
- 2h 15m
- Airlines seen
- Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines, fastjet, Kenya Airways
- Alternative airports
- HLA
Route-level information; individual journeys vary.
Published schedules report non-stop service with South African Airways. Check current timetables.
A clearer picture of your fare
Non-stop airlines seen on this route
| Airline | Non-stop days / priced days | Fastest non-stop |
|---|---|---|
| Airlink | 21 / 91 |
Departure days with a non-stop fare checked in the last 14 days. A carrier listed here had a non-stop fare on at least 3 days; schedules may differ.
Airport to city: straight-line distance
- O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) → Johannesburg, city gazetteer reference point (-26.2041, 28.0473): ≈ 21 km.
- Lanseria International Airport (HLA) → Johannesburg, city gazetteer reference point (-26.2041, 28.0473): ≈ 32 km.
- Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) → Lilongwe, city gazetteer reference point (-13.9626, 33.7741): ≈ 19 km.
Approximate distances calculated from coordinates, not road distances or travel times. These airports serve the city; they are not confirmed endpoints of an offer.
Lowest fare by departure month
Cheapest month from Johannesburg to Lilongwe: October 2026, from €281 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
| Month | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | €281 | 17 |
| November 2026 | €281 | 30 |
| December 2026 | €282 | 31 |
| January 2027 | €282 | 13 |
Lowest fare by day of the week
Cheapest day of the week from Johannesburg to Lilongwe: Monday, from €281 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
| Day | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | €281 | 13 |
| Tuesday | €281 | 13 |
| Wednesday | €281 | 13 |
| Thursday | €282 | 13 |
| Friday | €281 | 13 |
| Saturday | €281 | 13 |
| Sunday | €283 | 13 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest priced departure day we saw, not a guaranteed fare.
Lowest fare by days before departure
Lowest fare from Johannesburg to Lilongwe by days until departure (8 to 30 days): €281 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
| Days before departure | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| 0 to 7 days | €282 | 7 |
| 8 to 30 days | €281 | 23 |
| 31 to 60 days | €281 | 30 |
| 61 days or more | €282 | 31 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest stored fare for that distance to departure, not a price forecast.
Fares for different departure dates, checked now; not a guide to when to book.
Lowest one-way fare we saw per airline
Cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Lilongwe: Kenya Airways, from €281 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
| Airline | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya Airways | €281Oct 24, 2026 | 69 |
| Airlink | €334Nov 1, 2026 | 21 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. An airline listed here had a fare on at least 3 departure days. Each figure is the lowest we saw, not a guaranteed fare. Connecting itineraries are included; the date is the departure day of that fare.
Frequently asked
How much is a flight from Johannesburg to Lilongwe?
The lowest fare we have observed is €281, found on 13 Oct 2026. Prices move, so read it as a floor rather than a quote.
When is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Lilongwe?
Cheapest month from Johannesburg to Lilongwe: October 2026, from €281 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Lilongwe?
Yes. We have seen non-stop flights on this route, flown by South African Airways.
Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to Lilongwe?
These are the carriers we have seen on the route: Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines, fastjet, Kenya Airways.
How long does the flight from Johannesburg to Lilongwe take?
The average journey time across the 91 fares we observed is 10h 59m, including any stops. Individual departures vary; the fastest observed flight is listed in the route facts above.
How many of the observed Johannesburg to Lilongwe fares were non-stop?
21 of the 91 fares we observed were non-stop; the rest included at least one stop. That describes our observations, not every flight that operates.
Which airlines had non-stop offers on at least 3 departure dates from Johannesburg to Lilongwe?
For Johannesburg to Lilongwe, examples of observed one-way non-stop offers checked within the last 14 days: Airlink (21). Each number counts distinct departure dates, not weekly flights; check current availability in search.
Which day of the week is cheapest from Johannesburg to Lilongwe?
Cheapest day of the week from Johannesburg to Lilongwe: Monday, from €281 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
Which airline has the lowest fare from Johannesburg to Lilongwe?
Cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Lilongwe: Kenya Airways, from €281 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
How observed prices work, what "No data" means and what a fare includes: Read the flight price guide
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Last checked: 13 Oct 2026