How to find cheap flights to Malawi
Depart from Hamad International when booking your flight to Malawi for the most budget-friendly start to your trip.
Consider flying into Lilongwe to get even more value from your fare.
September is generally the cheapest time to visit Malawi.
For a return ticket, the best price right now is ر.ق. 3,779. One-way fares start from ر.ق. 2,223.
Open to choosing your arrival city based on the lowest fares? Get a list of the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Malawi' in the 'To' field.
If you know where you want to travel to, select 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search. This will compare flight prices for all nearby arrival airports and could unlock real savings.
Take the guesswork out of timing by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an instant notification whenever the price changes on your route.
The general recommendation is to book around four months before your departure date. You're more likely to get the best price on tickets then.
The best time to go to Malawi
To find the month or even day with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest fares available that month.
February is the busiest time to travel. Go then if you're chasing peak season vibes, but maybe skip it if saving money is the priority.
Visit in April if you'd rather avoid the crowds. This is the least busy time of year and also when plane tickets to Malawi tend to be less expensive.
Consider how you like to travel and let the weather be your guide. November is one of the warmest months in Malawi, with average highs of 30ºC.
July brings cooler conditions, with average lows of 17ºC.
January tends to be the wettest month, while June is the driest.
Also take into account rainy season and periods of extreme heat when choosing your dates. Of course, weather risks depend on where you go and the timing of your trip.
Getting to Malawi
You've got a few arrival options when you're ready to book flights to Malawi. Lilongwe Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) in Lilongwe and Blantyre Chileka International Airport (BLZ) in Blantyre are where most flights land.
The airlines operating into this destination most often, along with rough monthly flight counts, are:
Ethiopian Airlines — 90
Airlink — 50
Kenya Airways — 40
Addis Ababa, Nairobi and Johannesburg are among the major hubs used as stopovers on flights to Malawi. Stops differ by route, so it's a good idea to check the connection details for your departure city.
Places to visit in Malawi
Lilongwe
If time allowed for just one place, this city would be a strong contender. With a population of roughly 650,000, it packs in more highlights than you can get to in one visit.
Plan some time for well-known stops like Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, Nature Sanctuary and BAPS Swaminarayan Sanskar Kendra, among other landmarks.
Flying into Lilongwe usually means coming through Lilongwe Kamuzu International Airport (LLW). You’ll find some excellent flight deals to Malawi through this airport.
Explore the selection of hotels in Lilongwe and round out your trip with a stay you'll love.
Blantyre
Find a whole new vibe in this popular city of around 580,000 people.
Explore the essential highlights including Old Town Hall, Museum of Malawi and La Caverna Art Gallery.
Blantyre Chileka International Airport (BLZ) is the city's main airport.
The same magic that drives our flight search can also help you find the best room rates online. Use it to compare prices and availability across hotels in Blantyre.
Good to know
Entry rules can change often, so check in advance whether you'll need a visa or any other documents before you travel. Your airline, travel agent or the local consulate or embassy will have the most up-to-date information.
Access to ATMs (automatic teller machines) is very limited. You'll want to plan how and when you'll access cash.
You won't be expected to tip in Malawi. However, leaving something extra is a welcome gesture for great service.
Wi-Fi coverage is low, so be prepared to spend time offline. Larger hotels or certain areas may offer access, but it's not something you can count on throughout your trip.
The population of Malawi is estimated at about 22 million. Lilongwe is the capital.
Time is the same across this destination, with a single standard time zone fixed at UTC+2.
Malawi sits in Africa within the Eastern Africa subregion.
Thinking about timing your flight to Malawi with a big occasion? Popular events worth planning around include the Lake of Stars Festival, the Sand Music Festival and Independence Day.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
Booked that cheap ticket to Malawi? Now decide where you'll stay and how you'll get around. Check out the range of hotels in Malawi and filter your search by location, price range and more. You can also browse car hire options in Malawi and choose from pickup locations in cities or at airports.
