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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Lilongwe Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $497. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Johannesburg.$497 per passenger.Departing Wed, Feb 25, returning Sat, Feb 28.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Lilongwe on Wed, Feb 25, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Feb 28, arriving in Lilongwe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.

Johannesburg.$497 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 8, returning Sun, Mar 15.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Lilongwe on Sun, Mar 8, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Mar 15, arriving in Lilongwe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.

Johannesburg.$497 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 26, returning Tue, Mar 3.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Lilongwe on Thu, Feb 26, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Mar 3, arriving in Lilongwe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.

Johannesburg.$499 per passenger.Departing Sun, Sep 13, returning Fri, Sep 18.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Lilongwe on Sun, Sep 13, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Sep 18, arriving in Lilongwe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $499, select.

Johannesburg.$499 per passenger.Departing Fri, Mar 27, returning Sat, Apr 11.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Lilongwe on Fri, Mar 27, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Apr 11, arriving in Lilongwe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $499, select.

Johannesburg.$499 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 24, returning Wed, Nov 11.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Lilongwe on Sat, Oct 24, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Nov 11, arriving in Lilongwe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $499, select.

Johannesburg.$500 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 11, returning Sun, May 17.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Lilongwe on Mon, May 11, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, May 17, arriving in Lilongwe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $500, select.

Johannesburg.$500 per passenger.Departing Sat, Apr 18, returning Wed, Apr 22.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Lilongwe on Sat, Apr 18, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Apr 22, arriving in Lilongwe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $500, select.

Johannesburg.$502 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 10, returning Mon, Aug 17.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Lilongwe on Mon, Aug 10, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Aug 17, arriving in Lilongwe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $502, select.

Johannesburg.$503 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 30, returning Wed, Jul 1.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Lilongwe on Thu, Apr 30, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Jul 1, arriving in Lilongwe.Price includes taxes and charges.From $503, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in February.

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Lilongwe to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$497
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	2 hrs, 26 mins
Most popular airline	Emirates
Average flights per week	18

Finding cheap flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is $497. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

2 hours and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Which airlines fly direct from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and Airlink fly direct from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

How many flights are there a week from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

There are 17 flights per week flying from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo, as of January 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Lilongwe Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lilongwe Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Lilongwe Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 26 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Lilongwe Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

Currently, Kenya Airways and Airlink offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Traveling from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Lilongwe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Lilongwe.
Every week, there are ten Lilongwe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, go for the 13:50 Airlink (South Africa) flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 13:50 with Airlink (South Africa).
To ensure you catch your LLW to JNB flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airlink (South Africa) is your gateway to exploring Johannesburg (and maybe even some other exciting parts of South Africa!). Check out the direct flights from Lilongwe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with Airlink (South Africa) on this route.
Airlink (South Africa) is the most punctual carrier offering LLW to JNB flights, with 75.0% of its services landing on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lilongwe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LLW and JNB include:
- RG Mugabe International Airport
- Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

At the moment, $261 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lilongwe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $497. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from LLW to JNB by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Lilongwe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from LLW to JNB is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lilongwe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

Handy information about Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)

82.0% of flights departing from Lilongwe International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from LLW.
Central Lilongwe to Lilongwe International Airport is approximately 27 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

If you have a late Lilongwe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Travel at your own speed with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and see more of Johannesburg and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport to central Johannesburg has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometers away.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

The quietest month for a flight from Lilongwe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Lilongwe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LLW to JNB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

Soweto is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've experienced Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometers away to the west, popular attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in South Africa, head for Pretoria, roughly 56 kilometers north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are key highlights.