Cheap flights from Lilongwe (LLW)

Malawi's capital-city gateway and main international hub

Kamuzu International serves Lilongwe, Malawi's capital, about 21 km north of the city centre at Lumbadzi. It is Malawi's primary international airport, with Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, South African Airlink, and Malawi Airlines providing connections to Addis Ababa, Nairobi, Johannesburg, and regional destinations including Blantyre and Lusaka.

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Airlines flying from Lilongwe (LLW)

Major carriers: Malawi Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, South African Airlink. Low-cost carriers: FlySafair.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the IATA code for Lilongwe?
LLW is the IATA code for Kamuzu International Airport, Lilongwe's main commercial airport. Search using LLW on Flightmussy to pull Malawi Airlines, Ethiopian, Kenya Airways, and Airlink in one free, signup-free search across all your travel dates.
Which airlines fly internationally from Lilongwe?
Ethiopian Airlines to Addis Ababa, Kenya Airways to Nairobi, and South African Airlink to Johannesburg are the main international carriers, with Malawi Airlines on regional routes. Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap helps you spot the cheapest week to connect through any of these hubs.
How far is Kamuzu airport from Lilongwe?
Kamuzu International is around 21 km north of central Lilongwe at Lumbadzi, roughly a 30-minute drive. Pre-booked transfers and taxis are the most common options. Flightmussy is free with no signup, so you can lock in your flight before sorting ground transport.
Are there direct flights from Lilongwe to Europe?
There are no direct flights from LLW to Europe. The standard one-stop routings are via Addis Ababa with Ethiopian Airlines or Nairobi with Kenya Airways. Flightmussy compares both connecting options in one search and highlights the cheapest week to fly with its 12-month fare heatmap.

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