Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW): what you need to know
Lilongwe's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Lilongwe nine hours behind Melbourne.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MEL to LLW flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's best 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 travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lilongwe International Airport flight is 1.100 €. A return ticket is currently 1.874 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to LLW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lilongwe International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MEL to LLW.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lilongwe International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lilongwe International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Lilongwe International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, Europcar or FlexWays and explore beyond Lilongwe's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Lilongwe International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to central Lilongwe
Lilongwe International Airport to the centre of Lilongwe has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When to fly to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lilongwe International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Lilongwe in April.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lilongwe International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Lilongwe, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to LLW in July. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Malawi
Lilongwe has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malawi you should also see. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Lilongwe, a visit to Blantyre will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like St Michael and All Angels Church, Castel Malawi Brewery and Mount Soche.
Mzuzu is another well-known destination in Malawi and is around 290 kilometres north of Lilongwe. No trip is complete without a visit to Museum, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden.
