What is the cheapest way to get from Windhoek to Lilongwe?

The cheapest way to get from Windhoek to Lilongwe is to bus via Johannesburg which costs $190 - $220 and takes 2 days 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Windhoek to Lilongwe?

The fastest way to get from Windhoek to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 9h 3m and costs $410 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Windhoek and Lilongwe?

No, there is no direct bus from Windhoek to Lilongwe. However, there are services departing from Windhoek and arriving at Lilongwe via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Windhoek to Lilongwe?

The distance between Windhoek and Lilongwe is 2044 km. The road distance is 2529.8 km.

How do I travel from Windhoek to Lilongwe without a car?

The best way to get from Windhoek to Lilongwe without a car is to bus via Johannesburg which takes 2 days 2h and costs $190 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Windhoek to Lilongwe?

It takes approximately 9h 3m to get from Windhoek to Lilongwe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windhoek to Lilongwe bus from?

Windhoek to Lilongwe bus services, operated by Mushima Tours and Transfers, depart from Windhoek station.

Bus or fly from Windhoek to Lilongwe?

The best way to get from Windhoek to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 9h 3m and costs $410 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Johannesburg, which costs $190 - $220 and takes 2 days 2h.

Where does the Windhoek to Lilongwe bus arrive?

Windhoek to Lilongwe bus services, operated by Mushima Tours and Transfers, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Windhoek to Lilongwe?

Yes, the driving distance between Windhoek to Lilongwe is 2530 km. It takes approximately 31h 23m to drive from Windhoek to Lilongwe.

Where can I stay near Lilongwe?

There are 100+ hotels available in Lilongwe.

Windhoek to Lilongwe - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Windhoek to Lilongwe by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW)plane WDH - LLW
9h 3m
$419–1,124
Bus via Johannesburg
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Windhoek to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lilongwebus
2d 2h
$198–218
Drive 2,529.8 km
1. Drive from Windhoek to Lilongwecar 2,529.8 km
31h 23m
$444–642
Bus
1. Take the bus from Soweto Market to RoadPortbus
2. Take the bus from RoadPort to Wenela Bus Stnbus
3. Take the bus from Blantyre to Lilongwebus
2d 15h
$248–289

Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) flights

10Weekly Planes

6h 56mAverage Duration

$401Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,044.1 km
Duration: 9h 3m

What companies run services between Windhoek, Namibia and Lilongwe, Malawi?

Airlink and Ethiopian Airlines fly from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Windhoek to Lilongwe via Johannesburg and Johannesburg in around 2d 2h.

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