Travelling from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW): what you need to know
Lilongwe's timezone is UTC+2, making Lilongwe three hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BOM to LLW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport. Many travellers pass through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport when flying between BOM and LLW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport flight is Rs117,623. A return plane ticket right now is Rs226,249. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BOM to LLW, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BOM to LLW.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Of all flights departing from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, 61.63% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport from central Mumbai, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BOM:
Arriving at Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
Grab a Lilongwe International Airport rental car and explore Lilongwe and beyond with your own set of wheels. ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, Europcar and FlexWays are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Lilongwe International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to central Lilongwe
Lilongwe International Airport to central Lilongwe has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When to fly to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
The quietest month for a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Lilongwe based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Lilongwe is October, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BOM to LLW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malawi
You've done Lilongwe, now it's time to explore other corners of Malawi. Travel about 241 kilometres south-east to Blantyre to tick off its must-visit sights. From St Michael and All Angels Church to Castel Malawi Brewery and Mount Soche, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Mzuzu is another sought-after destination in Malawi and is around 290 kilometres north of Lilongwe. No trip is complete without a visit to Museum, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden.