Lilongwe to Brits flights
Brits lies 1,441 km (895 mi) south-west of Lilongwe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 36 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Lilongwe | Brits | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malawi | South Africa |
| Population | 1.1 million | 122,497 |
| Elevation | 1,056 m (3,465 ft) | 1,118 m (3,668 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Blantyre) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Nearest large airport | LLW, 20 km out | HLA, 37 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Brits
Crossing from Malawi into South Africa: money changes from the Kwacha to the Rand (ZAR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 546, Euro, IEC 60906-1; the dialling code becomes +27; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Lilongwe
Lilongwe is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kamuzu International Airport (LLW), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 11,614-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Brits
Brits is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Lanseria International Airport (HLA), 37 km (23 mi) from the centre, whose 10,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB, 73 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | 37 km (23 mi) | 10,000 ft | 4,517 ft |
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | 73 km (45 mi) | 14,495 ft | 5,558 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Brits from Lilongwe?
1,441 km (895 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Lilongwe.
How long does it take to get from Lilongwe to Brits by air?
About 2 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lilongwe and Brits?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lilongwe to Brits flights?
Typically Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Lanseria International Airport (HLA); Brits also has JNB.
What currency do I need in Brits?
The Rand (ZAR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.