How long is the flight from United States to Malawi?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in United States you fly out of and what airport in Malawi you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Lilongwe Intl takes 31h 45m on average. On the other hand, flying from Miami to Lilongwe Intl takes on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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Flights to Lilongwe

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Kenya Airways

Apr 26

JFK

21h 50m

2 stops

LLW

May 2

LLW

34h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$1,058

Kenya Airways

Apr 20

JFK

37h 40m

1 stop

LLW

Apr 30

LLW

27h 20m

2 stops

JFK

$1,096

Ethiopian Air

Apr 26

EWR

29h 55m

3 stops

LLW

May 3

LLW

57h 00m

3 stops

EWR

$1,132

Ethiopian Air

Apr 26

EWR

29h 55m

4 stops

LLW

May 3

LLW

57h 00m

3 stops

EWR

$1,188

Multiple Airlines

Mar 14

BOS

39h 26m

3 stops

LLW

Mar 21

LLW

43h 38m

2 stops

BOS

$1,208

Ethiopian Air

Apr 29

IAD

40h 45m

2 stops

LLW

May 7

LLW

46h 55m

3 stops

IAD

$1,218

Ethiopian Air

Apr 18

JFK

27h 25m

3 stops

LLW

Apr 25

LLW

57h 15m

3 stops

JFK

$1,227

Kenya Airways

Aug 21

JFK

17h 40m

1 stop

LLW

Sep 5

LLW

34h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$1,233

KLM

Apr 9

IAD

46h 25m

2 stops

LLW

Apr 20

LLW

32h 05m

2 stops

IAD

$1,245

Kenya Airways

Aug 21

JFK

17h 40m

1 stop

LLW

Sep 6

LLW

27h 20m

2 stops

JFK

$1,246

Kenya Airways

Aug 21

JFK

17h 40m

1 stop

LLW

Sep 6

LLW

27h 20m

2 stops

JFK

$1,260

Ethiopian Air

Apr 26

EWR

29h 55m

3 stops

LLW

May 3

LLW

57h 00m

3 stops

EWR

$1,267

Flights to Blantyre

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KLM

May 11

IAD

37h 20m

2 stops

BLZ

May 19

BLZ

31h 25m

2 stops

IAD

$1,095

Ethiopian Air

May 13

JFK

28h 40m

3 stops

BLZ

May 25

BLZ

56h 50m

3 stops

JFK

$1,114

KLM

May 11

IAD

37h 20m

2 stops

BLZ

May 25

BLZ

31h 25m

2 stops

IAD

$1,115

KLM

May 13

JFK

37h 15m

2 stops

BLZ

May 25

BLZ

32h 55m

2 stops

JFK

$1,116

KLM

May 13

JFK

37h 15m

2 stops

BLZ

May 25

BLZ

32h 55m

2 stops

JFK

$1,128

KLM

May 11

IAD

37h 20m

2 stops

BLZ

May 25

BLZ

31h 25m

2 stops

IAD

$1,148

Ethiopian Air

May 12

EWR

28h 55m

3 stops

BLZ

May 25

BLZ

32h 35m

3 stops

EWR

$1,149

KLM

May 11

IAD

37h 20m

2 stops

BLZ

May 25

BLZ

31h 25m

2 stops

IAD

$1,160

KLM

May 13

JFK

37h 15m

2 stops

BLZ

May 25

BLZ

32h 55m

2 stops

JFK

$1,169

Ethiopian Air

May 11

IAD

39h 45m

2 stops

BLZ

May 25

BLZ

45h 45m

3 stops

IAD

$1,175

KLM

May 13

JFK

37h 15m

2 stops

BLZ

May 25

BLZ

32h 55m

2 stops

JFK

$1,177

KLM

Jun 8

JFK

38h 50m

2 stops

BLZ

Jun 22

BLZ

30h 25m

2 stops

JFK

$1,178

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1:45 pm - 5:35 pm

JFK

LLW

21h 50m

2 stops

3:30 am - 7:35 am

LLW

JFK

34h 05m

1 stop

$1,058Kenya Airways

Sun, Apr 26 - Sat, May 2

1:45 pm - 9:25 am

JFK

LLW

37h 40m

1 stop

10:15 am - 7:35 am

LLW

JFK

27h 20m

2 stops

$1,096Kenya Airways

Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 30

10:00 pm - 8:40 am

JFK

BLZ

28h 40m

3 stops

5:10 pm - 8:00 pm

BLZ

JFK

56h 50m

3 stops

$1,114Ethiopian Air

Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 25

6:15 pm - 1:30 pm

JFK

BLZ

37h 15m

2 stops

2:10 pm - 5:05 pm

BLZ

JFK

32h 55m

2 stops

$1,116KLM

Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 25

6:15 pm - 1:30 pm

JFK

BLZ

37h 15m

2 stops

2:10 pm - 5:05 pm

BLZ

JFK

32h 55m

2 stops

$1,128KLM

Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 25

9:45 pm - 9:40 am

EWR

LLW

29h 55m

3 stops

4:45 pm - 7:45 pm

LLW

EWR

57h 00m

3 stops

$1,132Ethiopian Air

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

7:08 am - 5:35 pm

BOS

LLW

28h 27m

3 stops

10:15 am - 5:08 pm

LLW

BOS

36h 53m

3 stops

$1,152Multiple Airlines

Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 22

7:08 am - 5:35 pm

BOS

LLW

28h 27m

3 stops

3:30 am - 5:08 pm

LLW

BOS

43h 38m

2 stops

$1,229Multiple Airlines

Sun, Mar 15 - Sat, Mar 21

5:10 pm - 9:25 am

ORD

LLW

33h 15m

2 stops

2:00 pm - 2:15 pm

LLW

ORD

31h 15m

2 stops

$1,354SAUDIA

Mon, May 11 - Fri, May 22

10:30 pm - 11:45 am

ATL

LLW

55h 15m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 1:55 pm

LLW

ATL

25h 30m

2 stops

$1,503SAUDIA

Tue, May 19 - Mon, May 25

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkLilongwe

JFK - LLW

JFKLLW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/26

1:45 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops21h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 5/2

3:30 am-7:35 am

1 stop34h 05m

$1,058

New YorkLilongwe

JFK - LLW

JFKLLW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/20

1:45 pm-9:25 am

1 stop37h 40m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 4/30

10:15 am-7:35 am

2 stops27h 20m

$1,096

New YorkBlantyre

JFK - BLZ

JFKBLZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/13

10:00 pm-8:40 am

3 stops28h 40m

Blantyre Chileka

Mon 5/25

5:10 pm-8:00 pm

3 stops56h 50m

$1,114

New YorkBlantyre

JFK - BLZ

JFKBLZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/13

6:15 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Mon 5/25

2:10 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$1,116

New YorkBlantyre

JFK - BLZ

JFKBLZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/13

6:15 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Mon 5/25

2:10 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$1,128

NewarkLilongwe

EWR - LLW

EWRLLW

Newark

Sun 4/26

9:45 pm-9:40 am

3 stops29h 55m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 5/3

4:45 pm-7:45 pm

3 stops57h 00m

$1,132

BostonLilongwe

BOS - LLW

BOSLLW

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 3/15

7:08 am-5:35 pm

3 stops28h 27m

Lilongwe Intl

Sun 3/22

10:15 am-5:08 pm

3 stops36h 53m

$1,152

BostonLilongwe

BOS - LLW

BOSLLW

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 3/15

7:08 am-5:35 pm

3 stops28h 27m

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 3/21

3:30 am-5:08 pm

2 stops43h 38m

$1,229

ChicagoLilongwe

ORD - LLW

ORDLLW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/11

5:10 pm-9:25 am

2 stops33h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 5/22

2:00 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$1,354

AtlantaLilongwe

ATL - LLW

ATLLLW

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 5/19

10:30 pm-11:45 am

2 stops55h 15m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 5/25

6:25 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$1,503

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Malawi flights insights and trends

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What airlines fly to Malawi?

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Malawi from United States according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 86% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Malawi. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Malawi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Cheap Malawi flight deals and tips

Summary info about Malawi flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$588
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,058
Fastest flight time	17h 50m

The best one-way flight price to Malawi from United States in the last 72 hours is $588 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Lilongwe Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Malawi from United States in the last 72 hours is $1,058 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Lilongwe Intl).

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The fastest flight to Malawi from United States takes 17h 50m (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Lilongwe Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Malawi

What is the cheapest flight to Malawi?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to Malawi are:
$94 per person with Ethiopian Air
$260 per person with Kenya Airways
$303 per person with Airlink

What airlines fly to Malawi?

You can find flights to Malawi from 3 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways or KLM as these are the most popular among our users. Ethiopian Air is the most favored with 83% of momondo travelers booking flights with this airline.

What is the most popular airport in Malawi to fly to?

The most popular airport in Malawi to fly to is Lilongwe Intl, based on our data. In the past 12 months, 73% of all momondo users who traveled to Malawi chose to fly into Lilongwe Intl airport, which is located in the city of Lilongwe.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Malawi?

Prices for flights to Malawi are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Malawi?

As of March 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights to Malawi.

How old do you have to be to fly to Malawi?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Malawi.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Malawi?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Malawi can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Malawi. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Malawi?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Malawi.

Can I find flights to Malawi with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Malawi with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to Malawi?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Malawi. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Malawi right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are not ready to book a flight to Malawi now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on flights to Malawi and let you know when they change.