Direct (nonstop) flights from Lusaka to Lilongwe

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

LUN
Lusaka International
🇿🇲 Lusaka, Zambia
LLW
Kamuzu Intl
🇲🇼 Lilongwe, Malawi
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
LUN → LLW
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
372 mi

Alternative Routes

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

LUN HRE (Harare) LLW
Leg 1: 1h 5m (250 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (336 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+93% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LUN → HRE
1h 5m · 250 mi
View LUN to HRE flights →
Leg 2
HRE → LLW
1h 10m · 336 mi
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LUN JNB (Johannesburg) LLW
Leg 1: 2h (744 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (923 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+384% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LUN → JNB
2h · 744 mi
View LUN to JNB flights →
Leg 2
JNB → LLW
2h 20m · 923 mi
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LUN NBO (Nairobi) LLW
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,123 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (883 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 378 kg CO₂ (+448% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LUN → NBO
2h 40m · 1,123 mi
View LUN to NBO flights →
Leg 2
NBO → LLW
2h 15m · 883 mi
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LUN EBB (Entebbe) LLW
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,091 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (954 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 370 kg CO₂ (+436% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LUN → EBB
2h 45m · 1,091 mi
View LUN to EBB flights →
Leg 2
EBB → LLW
2h 10m · 954 mi
View EBB to LLW flights →
LUN ADD (Addis Ababa) LLW
Leg 1: 4h 25m (1,814 mi) Leg 2: 4h (1,601 mi) Total: ~8h 25m 🍃 603 kg CO₂ (+774% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LUN → ADD
4h 25m · 1,814 mi
View LUN to ADD flights →
Leg 2
ADD → LLW
4h · 1,601 mi
View ADD to LLW flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lusaka to Lilongwe?

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

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lusaka to Lilongwe?

Just Ethiopian Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lusaka to Lilongwe?

Yes. 1 airline: Ethiopian Airlines.

How far is Lusaka from Lilongwe?

The flight distance from Lusaka to Lilongwe 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 Lusaka to Lilongwe?

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 Zambia to Malawi?

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

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

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

Is the return flight from Lilongwe to Lusaka 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 Lusaka to Lilongwe?

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 Lusaka International for this flight?

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