How to find cheap flights to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
Right now, Rs161,649 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Lilongwe International Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to LLW for Rs228,502.
Book when the time is right with Price Alerts. You'll receive an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to LLW goes up or down.
Book sooner rather than later. You might even be able to find some incredible early bird deals on tickets to Lilongwe, where Lilongwe International Airport is located.
Click on the 'Add nearby airports' option and widen your search for cheap flights to Lilongwe. This will list every airport around your departure and arrival points.
Search for plane tickets to Lilongwe International Airport that come with a stop. Taking the scenic route can help you save. Once your results show up, use the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Lilongwe
The cheapest month to board a flight to Lilongwe is typically May.
If your travel dates are flexible, try using the 'Whole month' tool. You'll be able to find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to LLW.
August is the most popular month for flights to LLW. It's an ideal time to take in the full energy of Lilongwe.
April is the quietest period of the year to visit if you prefer a more laid-back vibe. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Lilongwe then.
Check the weather conditions before you travel. October is the warmest time of year in Lilongwe, with averages of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
Ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC, July is when temperatures are at their lowest.
June is the driest month in Lilongwe. Forget the raincoat and enjoy mostly clear skies.
Expect more rain if you're visiting in January, which gets around 23 days of wet weather.
Flying to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW): What you need to know
Avoid the layovers and get to Lilongwe in one easy hop. Lock in a direct flight to Lilongwe International Airport with one of these leading airlines:
Kenya Airways is the leading carrier for on-time performance. Up to 78% of its flights into this hub land without being late, making it an excellent choice when booking your LLW plane ticket.
LLW is in the UTC+2 timezone.
You can pick up a car hire in LLW with top brands like ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, Europcar and FlexWays. Hop into the driver's seat and get ready to explore Lilongwe and beyond.
If you're catching a connection out of Lilongwe International Airport or travelling home from there, you're likely to stay on schedule. Up to 82% of all flights out of LLW arrive as planned.
Getting to central Lilongwe from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
LLW is about 27 kilometres from central Lilongwe.
After touching down from your flight to LLW, expect a drive to the centre of around 35 minutes.
Lilongwe has a stay for every vibe and budget. Here's a roundup of comfortable hotels to put on your short list:
Lilongwe highlights
Hop off your flight to Lilongwe and find your way to these major attractions:
Lilongwe Wildlife Centre: Located around 2 kilometres north of the city centre, this landmark is the ideal place to start your sightseeing around the city.
Four Seasons: This is just one more reason to visit this city. A top landmark, it's around 3 kilometres north-east of the centre of Lilongwe.
How to get to Salima from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
The nearby city of Salima is about 97 kilometres from LLW. Heading into the centre by cab or ride-share usually takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Travelling from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Dedza
Dedza is about 88 kilometres from Lilongwe International Airport if you're going in that direction.
It takes 2 hours 5 minutes or so to drive to Dedza.
Explore more of Malawi
Malawi has plenty more waiting for you. Carry on to Blantyre, located around 257 kilometres south-east of Lilongwe. Michiru, ISKCON Temple and Mount Soche should be on your must-see list. Chileka Airport (BLZ) is the most conveniently located airport for this city.
Mzuzu fits right into any adventure through Malawi. You'll find it roughly 257 kilometres north of Lilongwe. Botanic Gardens, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden are major draws.
Make room for one more stop with Zomba. Roughly 241 kilometres south-east of Lilongwe, Nawimbe peak, Shire Eco Safari Camp and Zomba Massif are reason enough to go.