Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Lilongwe Intl (LLW).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe.

Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe pass through?

Connecting flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe most commonly pass through: • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 93% of one-stop connections • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 7% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R12 911 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R15 071, a difference of R2 160. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

A direct flight from Cape Town to Lilongwe takes 00m, covering 4 369 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Cape Town to Lilongwe changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R14 788 to R27 582. That means the highest observed fare was about 86% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Cape Town to Lilongwe looking right now?

One-way fares from Cape Town to Lilongwe are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R7 837, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 07m, compared to 22h 03m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

Which car hire options are available at Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW)?

Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R1 355 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • FlexWays • Avis • ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD • Xdrive Mobility

How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Lilongwe flight?

Return flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe range from R13 110 to R15 718, with an average of R14 161 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 110 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe at R12 877 return. •September (R17 663) and October (R16 965) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Airlink (R16 616) and Ethiopian Air (R18 577) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to Lilongwe according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) is the most popular stopover for the Cape Town to Lilongwe route. 93% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via JNB.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

Flights via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R12 522. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cape Town to Lilongwe, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) had the shortest average connection time for Cape Town to Lilongwe stopovers at 6h 51m over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest return flight

R14 788

Typical prices: R13 110-R15 718

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CPT - LLW • 2 stops

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R6 397

Typical prices: R6 127-R8 227

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Wed 14/11

CPT - LLW • 2 stops

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February

Cheapest • 9% price drop

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Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)

Cheapest • Avg R12 522 (return)

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Shortest trip • 9h 07m (one-way)

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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25

6:30 - 15:00CPT Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl

32h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Harare

10:30 - 20:45LLW Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 15m2 stops Harare Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 788Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26

17:00 - 15:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl

22h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Blantyre Chileka

14:00 - 20:45LLW Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

6h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 954Multiple Airlines

5 hours ago

Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23

20:55 - 15:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl

19h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Blantyre Chileka

14:00 - 10:15LLW Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 988Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26

17:00 - 15:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl

22h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Blantyre Chileka

14:00 - 20:45LLW Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

6h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 037Multiple Airlines

14 hours ago

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26

7:00 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl

6h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

14:00 - 22:50LLW Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

8h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 616Airlink

14 hours ago

Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25

18:25 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl

18h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

14:00 - 9:45LLW Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 181Airlink

1 day ago

Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23

13:50 - 15:00CPT Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl

25h 10m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Harare Lusaka

16:45 - 13:30LLW Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R18 577Ethiopian Air

3+ days ago

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26

13:50 - 9:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl

19h 50m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dar Es Salaam Blantyre Chileka

16:00 - 13:00LLW Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 00m3 stops Blantyre Chileka Dar Es Salaam Addis Ababa Bole

R18 859Ethiopian Air

5 hours ago

Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23

13:50 - 9:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl

19h 50m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dar Es Salaam Blantyre Chileka

16:00 - 13:30LLW Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 30m3 stops Blantyre Chileka Dar Es Salaam Addis Ababa Bole

R18 975Ethiopian Air

3+ days ago

Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25

15:10 - 9:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl

18h 30m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dar Es Salaam Blantyre Chileka

16:00 - 14:10LLW Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

46h 10m3 stops Blantyre Chileka Dar Es Salaam Addis Ababa Bole

R19 557Ethiopian Air

1 day ago

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe at R12 877 return.
•September (R17 663) and October (R16 965) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe.
How long is a flight from Cape Town to Lilongwe?
A direct flight from Cape Town to Lilongwe takes 00m, covering 4 369 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Lilongwe flight?
Return flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe range from R13 110 to R15 718, with an average of R14 161 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 110 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Cape Town to Lilongwe changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R14 788 to R27 582. That means the highest observed fare was about 86% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cape Town to Lilongwe looking right now?
One-way fares from Cape Town to Lilongwe are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R7 837, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW)?
Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R1 355 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• FlexWays
• Avis
• ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD
• Xdrive Mobility
Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Lilongwe?
Flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Lilongwe Intl (LLW).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe pass through?
Connecting flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe most commonly pass through:

• Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 93% of one-stop connections
• Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R12 911 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R15 071, a difference of R2 160.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Lilongwe?
Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 07m, compared to 22h 03m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average R12 911, which is about R2 160 less than Sunday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Lilongwe trip for February. Fares historically average R12 877 return in that month – typically R4 785 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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