Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW): what you need to know
Lilongwe's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Lilongwe seven hours ahead of Chicago.
Give yourself enough time to make your ORD to LLW flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport. Many travellers pass through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport flight is $1,604. A return fare is currently $3,107. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ORD to LLW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ORD to LLW by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from O'Hare International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, data shows 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ORD:
Arriving at Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
Hit the road running by picking up a Lilongwe International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, Europcar or FlexWays and explore beyond Lilongwe's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Lilongwe International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
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)
August is the most popular month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Lilongwe in April.
When reserving your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Lilongwe, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to LLW in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC on average.
Explore more of Malawi
Lilongwe has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malawi you should also see. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Lilongwe, a visit to Blantyre will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like St Michael and All Angels Church, Castel Malawi Brewery and Mount Soche.
Mzuzu is another standout destination in Malawi and is around 290 kilometres north of Lilongwe. No trip is complete without a visit to Museum, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden.