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CPT - LLW

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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
R12 050
Typical prices: R12 738-R15 075
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/11Sun 18/11
CPT - LLW • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 140
Typical prices: R6 053-R7 911
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/1
CPT - LLW • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Lilongwe. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 5% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R12 430 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 9h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe (CPT-LLW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:00 - 9:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
27h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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10:15 - 8:15LLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 00m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 050Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:00 - 9:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
27h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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10:15 - 8:15LLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 00m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 099Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:30 - 15:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
9h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Blantyre Chileka
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14:00 - 10:40LLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 101Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:30 - 15:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
9h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Blantyre Chileka
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14:00 - 10:40LLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 101Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
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7:00 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
6h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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14:00 - 9:45LLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 987Airlink
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:00 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
6h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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14:00 - 22:50LLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 201Airlink
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:00 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
6h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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14:00 - 22:50LLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 299Airlink
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 30
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15:10 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
18h 30m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dar Es Salaam Blantyre Chileka
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16:00 - 13:00LLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 00m3 stops Blantyre Chileka Dar Es Salaam Addis Ababa Bole
R14 759Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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15:10 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
18h 30m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dar Es Salaam Blantyre Chileka
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16:00 - 14:10LLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 10m3 stops Blantyre Chileka Dar Es Salaam Addis Ababa Bole
R14 792Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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15:10 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
18h 30m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dar Es Salaam Blantyre Chileka
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16:00 - 14:10LLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 10m3 stops Blantyre Chileka Dar Es Salaam Addis Ababa Bole
R14 923Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Lilongwe flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe with more confidence.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Lilongwe and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 723 return.
•April (R15 645) and August (R15 629) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Lilongwe the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Lilongwe flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

R6 140
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Lilongwe based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Lilongwe flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 0h 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 R12 738 to R15 075, with an average of R13 431 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 738 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Lilongwe flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 10% above the route average of R13 431. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 050 to R27 321. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 R8 923, which is 27% 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 starting from around R500 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) – 85% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 15% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Cape Town to Lilongwe route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R12 756 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R14 890, a difference of R2 134. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 54m, compared to 22h 09m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Lilongwe flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average R12 756 – about R2 134 less than Sunday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Lilongwe trip for February. Fares historically average R12 723 return in that month – typically R2 922 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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