Planning hackTravel in shoulder season
The weeks just before or after peak season bring lower prices, fewer crowds and usually good weather.
✈️ Cheap flights to Malawi
Compare fares to Malawi from hundreds of airlines and travel sites – fly into Kamuzu Intl (LLW). Find the best time to fly, flight times from major cities and every airport.
🛬 Airports in Malawi
| Code | Airport | City | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLW | Kamuzu Intl | Lumbadzi | Main |
| BLZ | Chileka Intl | Blantyre | Main |
Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe and Chileka Airport in Blantyre handle international flights via regional hubs; land borders connect with Zambia, Mozambique and Tanzania.
📅 Best time to fly to Malawi
Best: May to October – the dry season, with sunny days, clear lake water and the best wildlife viewing as animals gather at water.
Cheaper shoulder season: April and November – greener landscapes and fewer visitors, though November can be very hot.
Avoid: December to March – heavy rains can wash out roads and close parts of the parks.
Weather by month in Lilongwe
- 27°Jan🌧
- 27°Feb🌧
- 27°Mar🌧
- 26°Apr⛅
- 25°May☀️
- 23°Jun☀️
- 23°Jul☀️
- 25°Aug☀️
- 28°Sep☀️
- 30°Oct☀️
- 29°Nov⛅
- 27°Dec🌧
Average daytime highs (°C) and how rainy each month is.
⏱️ Flight times to Malawi
| Route | Distance | Flight time (nonstop) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Lilongwe | 7,974 km | 10 h 15 min | |
| New York → Lilongwe | 12,474 km | 15 h 40 min | |
| Los Angeles → Lilongwe | 16,429 km | 20 h 30 min* | |
| Chicago → Lilongwe | 13,631 km | 17 h 05 min* | |
| Miami → Lilongwe | 13,055 km | 16 h 25 min* | |
| San Francisco → Lilongwe | 16,469 km | 20 h 30 min* | |
| Toronto → Lilongwe | 12,936 km | 16 h 15 min | |
| Paris → Lilongwe | 7,627 km | 9 h 50 min | |
| Frankfurt → Lilongwe | 7,512 km | 9 h 45 min | |
| Dubai → Lilongwe | 4,931 km | 6 h 35 min | |
| Delhi → Lilongwe | 6,622 km | 8 h 40 min | |
| Mumbai → Lilongwe | 5,629 km | 7 h 25 min | |
| Singapore → Lilongwe | 7,911 km | 10 h 10 min | |
| Sydney → Lilongwe | 11,536 km | 14 h 35 min |
Flight times are estimates for a nonstop flight; with a connection allow 2–5 hours more. * Very long routes usually need a stop.
📍 Where to go in Malawi
- Cape Maclear – A laid-back village inside Lake Malawi National Park with clear water and island trips.
- Liwonde National Park – Malawi's premier wildlife park along the Shire River, great for boat and walking safaris.
- Mount Mulanje – A dramatic granite massif with multi-day treks, waterfalls and endemic cedar trees.
- Zomba Plateau – Cool forests, trout streams and views over the plains from a high plateau.
- Nkhata Bay – A relaxed bay with cliff jumping, kayaking and a lively backpacker scene.
- Nyika National Park – High grasslands and wildflowers where zebra and antelope roam.
💡 Flight hacks
Flights hackSearch one-way tickets on two airlines
Two one-way fares on different airlines are often cheaper than one return – and give you more freedom to change plans.
Flights hackSet price alerts, then wait
Turn on fare alerts for your route instead of checking every day – prices move up and down, alerts catch the dips.
Flights to Malawi: questions
What is the main airport in Malawi?
The main international airport is Kamuzu Intl (LLW) in Lilongwe. Other airports with scheduled flights include Blantyre (BLZ).
How long is the flight from London to Malawi?
A nonstop flight from London to Lilongwe covers about 7,974 km and takes around 10 h 15 min. With a connection, plan for a few extra hours.
When is the best time to fly to Malawi?
May to October – the dry season, with sunny days, clear lake water and the best wildlife viewing as animals gather at water.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Malawi?
Fares are usually lowest outside the peak season. Good-value months: April and November – greener landscapes and fewer visitors, though November can be very hot.
Do I need a visa to fly to Malawi?
It depends on your passport. See our Malawi visa & entry guide for the rules, then check with the official embassy before you book.
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