$288 Cheap Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Lilongwe (LLW)

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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Lilongwe (NBO-LLW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $288 for one-way flights and $459 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Tue, Mar 17 - Wed, Apr 1
NBO
Nairobi
LLW
Lilongwe
$459 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$459
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 17 from Nairobi to Lilongwe, returning Wed, Apr 1, priced at $459 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 17
NBO
Nairobi
LLW
Lilongwe
$464 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$464
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 2 from Nairobi to Lilongwe, returning Sun, May 17, priced at $464 found 1 day ago
Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 4
NBO
Nairobi
LLW
Lilongwe
$473 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$473
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Nairobi to Lilongwe, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $473 found 2 days ago
Kenya Airways
Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
NBO
Nairobi
LLW
Lilongwe
$483 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$483
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Nairobi to Lilongwe, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $483 found 4 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Sun, Mar 1
NBO
Nairobi
LLW
Lilongwe
$505 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$505
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 21 from Nairobi to Lilongwe, returning Sun, Mar 1, priced at $505 found 2 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 11
NBO
Nairobi
LLW
Lilongwe
$508 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$508
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Nairobi to Lilongwe, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $508 found 6 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 24
NBO
Nairobi
LLW
Lilongwe
$509 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$509
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Nairobi to Lilongwe, returning Wed, Dec 24, priced at $509 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 30
NBO
Nairobi
LLW
Lilongwe
$520 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$520
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Nairobi to Lilongwe, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $520 found 2 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Sun, May 17
NBO
Nairobi
LLW
Lilongwe
$521 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$521
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 5 from Nairobi to Lilongwe, returning Sun, May 17, priced at $521 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 11
NBO
Nairobi
LLW
Lilongwe
$533 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$533
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Nairobi to Lilongwe, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $533 found 3 days ago

Alternative airports near Lilongwe

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Kamuzu Intl. LLW. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 21 minutes. Flights from $559
LLW
Kamuzu Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center21 min
Flights from $559
Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Lilongwe (LLW)
Origin airport
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Destination airport
Kamuzu Intl.
Airlines serving
Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways
Roundtrip price
$459
Distance
886 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 53 mins

Nairobi to Lilongwe Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Nairobi to Lilongwe

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Nairobi to Lilongwe are during the month of March. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Lilongwe with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Nairobi to Lilongwe

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Nairobi to Lilongwe: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Nairobi to Lilongwe

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Lilongwe in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $288 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Nairobi to Lilongwe flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Nairobi to Lilongwe airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $288 or cheap return flight from $459 from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW)?
March is the least expensive month to fly from NBO to LLW. Planning your trip for the off-season is often the key to better flight prices.
Which airlines fly direct from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW)?
Take a direct flight with Kenya Airways and fly straight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) and Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) can change depending on your travel dates. Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways are just some well-known options offering well-priced fares. Use Expedia's search tool to compare airlines in one place and find the right NBO to LLW flight that fits your budget.
How many flights per day from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW)?
On average, Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) only has 1 nonstop flight to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) per day. For more choices, try our easy-to-use filter tool. Simply enter your preferred travel dates, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW)?
More travelers fly between NBO and LLW at 12 PM than at any other time. Rather go when it's quieter? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from NBO to LLW?
Saturday offers the most flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW)?
Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)'s first flight to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) is at approximately 6:15AM UTC+3. With a travel duration of 2h 15m, you'll land at around 7:30AM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW)?
Flights from NBO to LLW have an average travel time of 2 hours and 15 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 890 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW)?
To land at Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) on schedule, pick a flight that leaves from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Lilongwe from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) is the only airport in Lilongwe with direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). Browse the available options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a flight from NBO to LLW often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute discounts, they're not always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule to maximize your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a NBO to LLW flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a NBO to LLW flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. Once you've chosen your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Kamuzu Intl. Airport (LLW)?
Typically, you're able to cancel or reschedule your NBO to LLW flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you'd like more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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