Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW): what you need to know
The timezone in Lilongwe is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Leave enough time to catch your EDI to LLW flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Lilongwe International Airport flight is RM6,270. A round-trip ticket right now is RM6,484. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from EDI to LLW, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Lilongwe International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the flights that depart from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on time at their destination.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lilongwe International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
Grab a Lilongwe International Airport rental car and explore Lilongwe and beyond with your own set of wheels. ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, Europcar and FlexWays are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Lilongwe International Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to central Lilongwe
Lilongwe International Airport to central Lilongwe has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When to fly to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Lilongwe International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Lilongwe in April.
Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lilongwe International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Lilongwe, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to LLW in July. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Malawi
Lilongwe is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Malawi just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-east of Lilongwe, a visit to Blantyre will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like St Michael and All Angels Church, Castel Malawi Brewery and Mount Soche.
Around 290 kilometres north of Lilongwe, Mzuzu is another essential stop in Malawi. Start your sightseeing at Museum, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden.