Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW): what you need to know
Lilongwe's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Lilongwe two hours ahead of London.
To ensure you catch your LHR to LLW flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Lilongwe International Airport. Many travellers pass through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
$1,091 is the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Lilongwe International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,566. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from LHR to LLW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lilongwe International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LHR to LLW by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lilongwe International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LHR. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lilongwe International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
Grab a Lilongwe International Airport rental car and discover Lilongwe and beyond with your own set of wheels. ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, Europcar and FlexWays are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lilongwe International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to central Lilongwe
From Lilongwe International Airport, Lilongwe is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lilongwe International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Lilongwe based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Lilongwe is October, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lilongwe International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LHR to LLW sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malawi
Blantyre is just one of the many cities in Malawi waiting to be explored once you've seen Lilongwe. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include St Michael and All Angels Church, Castel Malawi Brewery and Mount Soche.
Mzuzu is another favourite destination in Malawi and is around 290 kilometres north of Lilongwe. No trip is complete without dropping by Museum, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden.