Direct (nonstop) flights from Lilongwe to Lusaka

1 airline flys nonstop from Kamuzu Intl (LLW) to Lusaka International (LUN). It's 372 miles (599 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

LLW
Kamuzu Intl
🇲🇼 Lilongwe, Malawi
LUN
Lusaka International
🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
372 mi
599 km
CO₂/pax
69 kg
−64 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Ethiopian Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ethiopian Airlines ET Ethiopian Airlines
Route
LLW → LUN
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
372 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lilongwe to Lusaka with one stop · direct emits 69 kg CO₂ per passenger

LLW HRE (Harare) LUN
Leg 1: 1h 10m (336 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (250 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+93% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LLW → HRE
1h 10m · 336 mi
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Leg 2
HRE → LUN
1h 5m · 250 mi
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LLW JNB (Johannesburg) LUN
Leg 1: 2h 30m (923 mi) Leg 2: 2h (744 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+384% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LLW → JNB
2h 30m · 923 mi
View LLW to JNB flights →
Leg 2
JNB → LUN
2h · 744 mi
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LLW EBB (Entebbe) LUN
Leg 1: 2h 5m (954 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,091 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 370 kg CO₂ (+436% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LLW → EBB
2h 5m · 954 mi
View LLW to EBB flights →
Leg 2
EBB → LUN
2h 45m · 1,091 mi
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LLW NBO (Nairobi) LUN
Leg 1: 2h 30m (883 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,123 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 378 kg CO₂ (+448% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LLW → NBO
2h 30m · 883 mi
View LLW to NBO flights →
Leg 2
NBO → LUN
2h 45m · 1,123 mi
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LLW ADD (Addis Ababa) LUN
Leg 1: 4h (1,601 mi) Leg 2: 4h 8m (1,814 mi) Total: ~8h 8m 🍃 603 kg CO₂ (+774% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LLW → ADD
4h · 1,601 mi
View LLW to ADD flights →
Leg 2
ADD → LUN
4h 8m · 1,814 mi
View ADD to LUN flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lilongwe to Lusaka?

A nonstop flight from Lilongwe (LLW) to Lusaka (LUN) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 372 miles (599 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lilongwe to Lusaka?

Just Ethiopian Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lilongwe to Lusaka?

Yes. 1 airline: Ethiopian Airlines.

How far is Lilongwe from Lusaka?

The flight distance from Lilongwe to Lusaka is 372 miles (599 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Lilongwe to Lusaka?

At 1h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Malawi to Zambia?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Zambia embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lilongwe to Lusaka?

Roughly 69 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 345 km.

Is the return flight from Lusaka to Lilongwe also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lilongwe to Lusaka?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kamuzu Intl for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.