Statistics on London-Malawi (Lilongwe) flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Malawi (Lilongwe) (from: London)
The average price to go to Malawi (Lilongwe) from London airport is $ 978 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 830 (in may) and $ 1337 (in august), which is a saving of $ 149 or a surplus of $ 359 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $698 to $752 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a monday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Malawi (Lilongwe) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your London-Malawi (Lilongwe) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 51229 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Malawi (Lilongwe) from London and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in may, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 830, saving $ 149 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 978). Conversely, august will be the most expensive ($ 1337).
Flight London-Malawi (Lilongwe): when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 749 | $ 884 | good price |
| February | $ 772 | $ 907 | good price |
| March | $ 734 | $ 866 | good price |
| April | $ 823 | $ 957 | good price |
| May | $ 722 | $ 830 the cheapest | very good price |
| June | $ 758 | $ 871 | good price |
| July | $ 991 | $ 1188 | fair price |
| August | $ 1123 | $ 1337 the most expensive | very high price |
| September | $ 754 | $ 895 | good price |
| October | $ 765 | $ 939 | good price |
| November | $ 739 | $ 855 | good price |
| December | $ 952 | $ 1206 | high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from London to Malawi (Lilongwe)
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from London to Malawi (Lilongwe) range from $591 to $1557. 2% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $591 to $645), 1% at the maximum price (from $1503 to $1557). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $698 to $752 (12% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the London->Malawi flight
There are 5 companies that serve London from Malawi (Lilongwe) airport: Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Air France and Ryanair.
Data analysis:
Of the 51229 flights analyzed in previous years, Kenya Airways was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (41% of the time) on the London->Malawi route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, London-Malawi (Lilongwe) flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $16. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $21.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Malawi (Lilongwe) to London departing on a monday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a monday for your return date, you will save an average of $36. Conversely, departing from Malawi (Lilongwe) on a thursday may cost you an additional $54.
Top prices London-Malawi (Lilongwe)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Lilongwe | 05-05 to 12-05-2024 | $ 903 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
| London → Lilongwe | 15-05 to 22-05-2024 | $ 844 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
| London → Lilongwe | 17-05 to 22-05-2024 | $ 871 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
| London → Lilongwe | 21-05 to 27-05-2024 | $ 846 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
| London → Lilongwe | 07-11 to 16-11-2024 | $ 868 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
| London → Lilongwe | 13-11 to 28-11-2024 | $ 852 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
| London → Lilongwe | 03-02 to 12-02-2025 | $ 842 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
| London → Lilongwe | 04-02 to 25-02-2025 | $ 844 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
| London → Lilongwe | 12-02 to 24-02-2025 | $ 845 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
| London → Lilongwe | 03-03 to 19-03-2025 | $ 806 | layover flight with Ethiopian Airlines |
When to book your flight London - Malawi (Lilongwe) to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 1 to 2 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a London-Malawi flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a thursday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Malawi (Lilongwe), it is recommended to buy it 1 to 2 months before departure (it is then on average 930 $, which is a saving of 48 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (391 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your London to Malawi (Lilongwe) flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 755 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 856), 2 to 3 months ($ 851), 3 to 4 months ($ 777), 4 to 5 months ($ 771) |
| February | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 742 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 886), 3 to 4 months ($ 896), 4 to 5 months ($ 837) |
| March | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 725 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 863), 3 to 4 months ($ 846), 4 to 5 months ($ 807), 5 to 6 months ($ 827) |
| April | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 835 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 927), 3 to 4 months ($ 934), 5 to 6 months ($ 915), 6 to 7 months ($ 915), 8 to 9 months ($ 937), 9 to 10 months ($ 869) |
| May | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 715 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 814), 1 to 2 months ($ 813), 2 to 3 months ($ 811), 7 to 8 months ($ 795) |
| June | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 778 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 858), 7 to 8 months ($ 861), 8 to 9 months ($ 817) |
| July | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 996 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1042), 2 to 3 months ($ 1090), 3 to 4 months ($ 1166), 6 to 7 months ($ 1172), 8 to 9 months ($ 1156), 9 to 10 months ($ 1111) |
| August | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 1223 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1236), 2 to 3 months ($ 1286), 3 to 4 months ($ 1251), 4 to 5 months ($ 1308), 9 to 10 months ($ 1295) |
| September | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 733 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 840), 2 to 3 months ($ 763), 3 to 4 months ($ 749), 5 to 6 months ($ 885), 6 to 7 months ($ 834), 7 to 8 months ($ 860), 8 to 9 months ($ 892), 9 to 10 months ($ 890) |
| October | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 764 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 841), 2 to 3 months ($ 903), 3 to 4 months ($ 795), 5 to 6 months ($ 817), 6 to 7 months ($ 908), 7 to 8 months ($ 939), 9 to 10 months ($ 916) |
| November | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 752 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 819), 2 to 3 months ($ 788), 3 to 4 months ($ 790), 4 to 5 months ($ 808), 5 to 6 months ($ 825) |
| December | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1031 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1077), 2 to 3 months ($ 1153), 3 to 4 months ($ 1129), 4 to 5 months ($ 1071), 5 to 6 months ($ 1038), 6 to 7 months ($ 1123), 8 to 9 months ($ 1153), 9 to 10 months ($ 1061), 10 to 11 months ($ 1100) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, thursday is the day when plane tickets for London->Malawi are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a thursday, you will save $6. Conversely, by buying it on a tuesday, you may end up paying $8 more.
London to Malawi (Lilongwe): flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $ 965 $841 to $1157 | high price | Find a flight |
| June 2024 | $ 997 $905 to $1114 | high price | Find a flight |
| July 2024 | $ 1529 $1087 to $7122 | very high price | Find a flight |
| August 2024 | $ 1676 $1372 to $2083 | very high price | Find a flight |
| September 2024 | $ 985 $869 to $1324 | high price | Find a flight |
| October 2024 | $ 1032 $844 to $1288 | high price | Find a flight |
| November 2024 | $ 1128 $850 to $4477 | very high price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1316 $1030 to $1744 | high price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 981 $930 to $1134 | high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 861 $838 to $953 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 923 $806 to $980 | high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, february is cheaper to travel to Malawi (Lilongwe). It may be interesting to book now to leave this month!