Travelling from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to London: what you need to know
London is 2 hours behind Lilongwe, where Lilongwe International Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from LLW to London, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When booking your flight from LLW to London, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is a great option.
If you have a passport from Malawi, you will need an embassy visa to enter United Kingdom. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Lilongwe International Airport to London for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
To get to LLW from central Lilongwe, it takes around 36 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to London
445 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Lilongwe International Airport to London. Return flights start at 768 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LLW to London if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Lilongwe International Airport to London is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to show the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 57 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Lilongwe International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Lilongwe International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from LLW to London:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Lilongwe International Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit London, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Lilongwe International Airport to London in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from LLW to London sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Lilongwe International Airport to London, browse our range of hotels including:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your London travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Buckingham Palace.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in London and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one go to find your ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Lilongwe International Airport to London.