Cheap Flights from Lilongwe to Cape Town

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lilongwe to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lilongwe to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in May.

Lilongwe to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Lilongwe to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Lilongwe to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,005
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Lilongwe to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lilongwe to Cape Town is R 11,062. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Lilongwe to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,062.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Lilongwe to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Cape Town is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lilongwe Airport to Cape Town Airport on Monday, 9 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lilongwe Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Airlink offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

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.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LLW to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • 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)

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.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.