Travelling from Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW): What you need to know
Glasgow is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) taking off from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Lilongwe is two hours ahead of Glasgow. Lilongwe International Airport is located in Lilongwe, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Glasgow to LLW, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% arrive on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to LLW flight:
76.7% of flights departing Glasgow Prestwick Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
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Get the best deal by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport is Rs207,266. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs345,525. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Glasgow to LLW, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Find an affordable flight from Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW). Visit Lilongwe in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Glasgow to LLW flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Lilongwe, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
July sees temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Lilongwe
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Lilongwe right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Lilongwe International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, BAPS Swaminarayan Sanskar Kendra and Four Seasons are top sights which should feature on any good Lilongwe itinerary.
Explore more of Malawi
You've visited Lilongwe, now it's time to explore other parts of Malawi. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Blantyre to tick off its popular sights. From Michiru to ISKCON Temple and Mount Soche, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Mzuzu is another standout destination in Malawi and is around 257 kilometres north of Lilongwe. No journey is complete without visiting Botanic Gardens, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden.
