Nigel to Lilongwe flights
Lilongwe lies 1,492 km (927 mi) north-east of Nigel, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 40 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.
| Nigel | Lilongwe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | Malawi |
| Population | 140,644 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 1,566 m (5,138 ft) | 1,056 m (3,465 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Blantyre) |
| Nearest large airport | JNB, 40 km out | LLW, 20 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Lilongwe
Crossing from South Africa into Malawi: money changes from the Rand to the Kwacha (MWK); sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +265; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648827 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648832.
Airports at each end
Leaving Nigel
Nigel is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), 40 km (25 mi) from the centre, whose 14,495-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Lanseria International Airport (HLA, 78 km).
Arriving in 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamuzu International Airport | LLW | 20 km (12 mi) | 11,614 ft | 4,035 ft |
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Staying in Lilongwe
Our booking partner lists 104 places to stay in Lilongwe. Of the 57 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (41), and 1 are five-star. Across 15 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 3,051 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Lilongwe from Nigel?
1,492 km (927 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Nigel.
How long does it take to get from Nigel to Lilongwe by air?
About 2 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nigel and Lilongwe?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nigel to Lilongwe flights?
Typically O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW).
What currency do I need in Lilongwe?
The Kwacha (MWK).
Where can I stay in Lilongwe?
Our booking partner lists 104 places to stay in Lilongwe, bookable on this site.
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.