Flying from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW): what you need to know
Kigali and Lilongwe share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your KGL to LLW flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kigali International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between KGL and LLW include:
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
RG Mugabe International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
Right now, 402 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 747 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from KGL to LLW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Kigali International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KGL to LLW.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kigali International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport.
Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kigali International Airport, data shows 71.6% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Kigali to Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near KGL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
Hit the road running by picking up a Lilongwe International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, Europcar or FlexWays and explore beyond Lilongwe's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Lilongwe International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to central Lilongwe
Lilongwe International Airport to central Lilongwe has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When to fly to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Kigali International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Lilongwe. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Kigali International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Lilongwe, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KGL to LLW in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malawi
Lilongwe is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Malawi you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Lilongwe, a visit to Blantyre will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like St Michael and All Angels Church, Castel Malawi Brewery and Mount Soche.
Mzuzu is another must-experience destination in Malawi and is around 290 kilometres north of Lilongwe. No journey is complete without a visit to Museum, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden.
