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Cheapest round-trip
$835
Typical prices: $776-$918
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Sun 11/25Thu 11/29
CPT - LLW • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$368
Typical prices: $369-$482
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/31
CPT - LLW • 2 stops
Nonstop 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 travelers 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 layover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg $757 (round-trip)
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 round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Lilongwe

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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8:55 pm - 3:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
19h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Blantyre Chileka
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2:00 pm - 10:50 pmLLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$835Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Nov 28
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8:55 pm - 3:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
19h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Blantyre Chileka
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3:30 am - 8:20 pmLLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
$851Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:00 am - 1:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
6h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:00 pm - 10:50 pmLLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$867Airlink
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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6:05 am - 1:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
7h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:00 pm - 10:50 pmLLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$871Airlink
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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1:50 pm - 9:40 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
19h 50m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dar Es Salaam Blantyre Chileka
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10:30 am - 2:10 pmLLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m2 stops Lusaka Addis Ababa Bole
$906Ethiopian Air
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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6:25 pm - 1:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
18h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:00 pm - 10:50 pmLLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$909Airlink
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
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6:05 am - 1:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
7h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:00 pm - 9:45 amLLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$912Airlink
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:25 pm - 1:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
18h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:00 pm - 9:45 amLLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$924Airlink
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:25 pm - 1:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
18h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:00 pm - 9:45 amLLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$935Airlink
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:25 pm - 1:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LLW Lilongwe Intl
18h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:00 pm - 9:45 amLLW  Lilongwe Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$939Airlink
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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, it 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 $775 round-trip.
•April ($953) and August ($952) 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

$368
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.
Flight from Cape Town to Lilongwe

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 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).

  • What 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) - 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 $777 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $907, a difference of $130. 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 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 $818. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Lilongwe takes 0h 00m, covering 1,687 miles.

  • 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, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $835 to $1,244. That means the highest observed fare was about 48% 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $444.

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

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 54m, compared with 22h 09m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What car rental options are available at Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW)?

    Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 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?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Lilongwe range from $776 to $918, with an average of $818 over the past 12 months. Anything below $776 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $777 - about $130 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 $775 round-trip in that month - typically $178 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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