Flights from Malawi

Flights from Malawi

Planning a trip from Malawi? Rest assured, all the flight information you need is here. With 2 airports across the country, traveling from Malawi is easy and accessible. International flights are available from every airport. Domestic flights are available from every airport in Malawi.

As of March 2026, Malawi has 221 flights to 11 airports in 9 different countries. Those flights are operated by 3 different airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers. Cabin classes that are available on flights from Malawi are: Economy and Business Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flights from Malawi. Our interactive flight map showcases airports, destinations, and schedules, simplifying the process of finding the best routes.

Prefer a list view? See the sections below for all departure and arrival airports. Which countries have direct flights from Malawi? This information, along with a list of airlines operating those routes, is found further down.

To enhance your travel experience, have a look at our overview of Business Class flights. Additionally, you can filter by travel class directly on the flight map. If you’re looking to fly with a specific alliance to maximize your points and miles, simply use the Alliance filter to view flights operated by Star Alliance or SkyTeam.

All airports in Malawi

Travel from Malawi!

Explore all 2 airports across the country, ranked by popularity based on flight traffic at each airport. The biggest airports are located in Lilongwe and Blantyre, and together, the top 2 airports in these cities account for over 100% of all departing flights this month.

Below is the full list of departure airports across the country. To find flights from any of those locations, simply select an airport to view all routes, airlines, and detailed flight schedules.

Airlines flying from Malawi

You have a wide range of airline options to choose from. Currently, 3 airlines operate flights from Malawi, none are low-cost airlines. Ethiopian Airlines is the preferred airline here, handling 82% of all departures — amounting to 182 flights this month.

Below is an overview of all airlines that offer flights in Malawi.

Information on Points & Miles

This section lists destinations within specific distances from Malawi. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles. Please note that the distance to a destination depends on the departure airport that you choose. In case there are multiple departure airports to choose from, the distance to a destination is stated as a distance-range (min-max).

For more flexibility in choosing distances, consider upgrading to FlightConnections Premium. You'll gain access to the distance filter and many other useful features to refine your search, such as filtering by multiple airlines, alliance or aircraft type, just to name a few!

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Destinations from Malawi by flight duration

Have a look at all destinations from Malawi arranged by flight duration. This layout makes it easy to find destinations based on travel time. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!

Remember that the exact travel time depends on your departure airport, that's why we show a time-range in case there are multiple departure airports available to reach a destination.

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Best time to travel from Malawi

Traveling from Malawi offers you the chance to explore various destinations with diverse climates, including tropical, subtropical, humid subtropical and oceanic / maritime. Keep in mind that the optimal time to visit may vary depending on your chosen location, so check out the information by climate type below. This way, you can easily organize your trip from Malawi, making sure you visit your favorite destination during the best time of year!

🌴 Tropical destinations

As of March, you can fly non-stop to 5 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

The tropical spots in the Southern Hemisphere have their dry season from May to October, making it the best time to explore these beautiful destinations. During this dry period, you can expect mostly clear skies. Although the temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F), the wet season can bring days of rain.

🌺 Subtropical destinations

Travelers from Malawi can fly directly to 3 subtropical locations. Subtropical locations are known for their warmth, breathtaking vegetation and diverse wildlife, offering a mix of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

You can enjoy those destinations north of the equator at any time — with temperatures that often exceed 30°C (86°F). But they are most enjoyable during the dry season, which lasts from late September to November. During this period, the weather is warm and pleasant, with little rainfall since the wet season has ended.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

Subtropical destinations located south of the equator can be visited year-round — with temperatures typically around 30°C (86°F), but the best time to experience them is during the dry season. This season typically runs from late March to the end of May, offering travelers warm and delightful weather.

🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations

Departing from Malawi, you have the option to take a direct flight to 2 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

The ideal period to visit these destinations is from April to June and again from August to October, although they can be enjoyed year-round.

🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations

There’s just one direct flight route to an oceanic / maritime destination from Malawi. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

As you plan your trip, keep in mind that on the Southern Hemisphere the autumn and winter months in this type of destinations tend to be rainier, from March to August. So, if you prefer sunny skies and outdoor activities, it's best to visit during the summer season, from November to February. During this period, temperatures typically range from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).

Countries with direct flights from Malawi

Which countries are easy to visit when flying from Malawi?

Explore the list below to find all countries accessible by direct flight from Malawi. The list displays the number of non-stop destination airports in each country. As of today, you can fly non-stop to 8 countries, all in Africa.

Non-stop flights from Malawi

The list below shows all airports with direct flights from Malawi, organized by popularity. Currently, 9 destination airports located in 8 countries, all located in Africa. Travel options from Malawi may be somewhat limited when it comes to direct flights, but you can find all your options here:

Business Class flights from Malawi

Flying Business Class from Malawi

Did you know that you can fly business class from 2 airports in Malawi? Together, those airports connect to 11 destinations in 9 countries globally.

The most popular airports for business class travelers include Lilongwe (LLW) and Blantyre (BLZ).

Explore the complete overview of business class airports below, or use the class filter on the map to view all business class flights departing from Malawi!

Business Class airports in Malawi

Destinations with Business Class flights

Domestic flights within Malawi

Check out the section below for detailed statistics and a full overview of all domestic routes in Malawi.

International flights from Malawi to Africa

In total there are 9 cities in 8 countries across Africa that you can reach by direct flight. Those flights depart from one of 2 international airports in Malawi.

South Africa, Mozambique and Tanzania offer the most direct destinations within Africa. Lilongwe Airport stands out as the primary international airport in Malawi with 84 flights scheduled this month, representing 58% of flights to destinations within Africa.

The most popular destinations are Johannesburg (JNB), Dar es Salaam (DAR), Addis Ababa (ADD), Nairobi (NBO) and Beira (BEW).

By Ethiopian Airlines, Airlink and Kenya Airways, Most international flights are handled by Ethiopian Airlines, serving 73% of all international flights.

In the sections below, you’ll find detailed information on all available non-stop flight routes to each country, along with stopover options whenever available.

Flights to South Africa from Malawi

There are 2 airports in Malawi directly connected to only one airport in South Africa: Johannesburg Airport. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to South Africa, operated by Airlink and Ethiopian Airlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Malawi to South Africa with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 2 airports in Malawi that have 1-stop flights to 18 more destinations in South Africa:

Flights to Mozambique from Malawi

There are 2 airports in Malawi directly connected to 2 destinations in Mozambique. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Mozambique, operated by Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Malawi to Mozambique with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Malawi offer flights to 3 more destinations in Mozambique that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Tanzania from Malawi

Blantyre Airport is the only airport in Malawi that is directly connected to Tanzania, with flights to Dar es Salaam Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Tanzania from Malawi, operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

Malawi to Tanzania with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 2 airports in Malawi that have 1-stop flights to 16 more destinations in Tanzania:

Flights to Ethiopia from Malawi

There are 2 airports in Malawi directly connected to only one airport in Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Airport. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Ethiopia, operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

Malawi to Ethiopia with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Malawi offer flights to 25 more destinations in Ethiopia that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Kenya from Malawi

Lilongwe Airport is the only airport in Malawi that is directly connected to Kenya, with flights to Nairobi Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Kenya from Malawi, operated by Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Malawi to Kenya with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Malawi offer flights to 7 more destinations in Kenya that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Zambia from Malawi

Lilongwe Airport is the only airport in Malawi that is directly connected to Zambia, with flights to Lusaka Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Zambia from Malawi, operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

Malawi to Zambia with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 2 airports in Malawi that have 1-stop flights to 8 more destinations in Zambia:

Flights to Uganda from Malawi

Lilongwe Airport is the only airport in Malawi that is directly connected to Uganda, with flights to Entebbe Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Uganda from Malawi, operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

Malawi to Uganda with a stopover

By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Lilongwe Airport offers flights to 4 more airports in Uganda, with just one stop along the way:

Flights to Zimbabwe from Malawi

Lilongwe Airport is the only airport in Malawi that is directly connected to Zimbabwe, with flights to Harare Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Zimbabwe from Malawi, operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

Malawi to Zimbabwe with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Malawi offer flights to 3 more destinations in Zimbabwe that require only 1 stop:

Most popular routes from Malawi

Looking for exciting new places to explore? Check out the flights below! This list features the most popular non-stop routes from Malawi. We hope that it provides you with a bit of travel inspiration, as it contains the best destinations that you can reach with a direct flight!

Popular routes from Malawi with a stopover

If you can't reach your desired destination from an airport near you, don't worry; you can still reach many destinations with a quick stopover along the way.

To view all 1- or 2-stop flight options on the map, click the ”Show indirect destinations” button or use the search bar to select your destination and find all the route information you need to plan your trip!

If you prefer a list view instead, just have a look at the list below, which contains the most popular connecting flights from Malawi:

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