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

The cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Maputo is to bus which costs $125 - $140 and takes 33h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Maputo is to fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $500 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Lilongwe and Maputo?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilongwe to Maputo. However, there are services departing from Lilongwe and arriving at Maputo via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 35m.

How far is it from Lilongwe to Maputo?

The distance between Lilongwe and Maputo is 1388 km. The road distance is 1793.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Maputo without a car is to bus which takes 33h 35m and costs $125 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Lilongwe to Maputo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilongwe to Maputo bus from?

Lilongwe to Maputo bus services, operated by Munorurama, depart from Lilongwe station.

Bus or fly from Lilongwe to Maputo?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Maputo is to fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $500 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $125 - $140 and takes 33h 35m.

Where does the Lilongwe to Maputo bus arrive?

Lilongwe to Maputo bus services, operated by Munorurama, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Lilongwe to Maputo?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilongwe to Maputo is 1794 km. It takes approximately 28h 38m to drive from Lilongwe to Maputo.

Where can I stay near Maputo?

There are 133+ hotels available in Maputo.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane LLW - MPM
5h 26m
$516–748
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Maputobus
33h 35m
$128–136
Drive 1,793.8 km
1. Drive from Lilongwe to Maputocar 1,793.8 km
28h 38m
$315–455
Bus via Blantyre
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Blantyrebus
2. Take the bus from Blantyre to Johannesburgbus
3. Take the bus from Kerk St to Karl Max Avbus
40h 30m
$141–267

Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) flights

8Weekly Planes

5h 7mAverage Duration

$134Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,387.7 km
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Lilongwe, Malawi and Maputo, Mozambique?

Airlink, Kenya Airways, and Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lilongwe to Maputo via Johannesburg in around 33h 35m.

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