Travelling from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Lilongwe.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LLW to CPT flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lilongwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LLW and CPT:
RG Mugabe International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lilongwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is R 7,005. A round-trip ticket right now is R 11,062. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from LLW to CPT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
82.0% of flights departing from Lilongwe International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from LLW.
To get to Lilongwe International Airport from central Lilongwe, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lilongwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Grab a Cape Town International Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Cape Town International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Cape Town. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LLW to CPT in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you'll want to see. Around 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in South Africa, consider Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are key reasons to visit.