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

The cheapest way to get from Maputo to Lilongwe is to bus which costs $125 - $135 and takes 33h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maputo to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $500 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Maputo and Lilongwe?

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

How far is it from Maputo to Lilongwe?

The distance between Maputo and Lilongwe is 1387 km. The road distance is 1698.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Maputo to Lilongwe without a car is to bus which takes 33h 35m and costs $125 - $135.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Maputo to Lilongwe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maputo to Lilongwe bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Maputo to Lilongwe?

The best way to get from Maputo to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $500 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $125 - $135 and takes 33h 35m.

Where does the Maputo to Lilongwe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maputo to Lilongwe?

Yes, the driving distance between Maputo to Lilongwe is 1699 km. It takes approximately 31h 4m to drive from Maputo to Lilongwe.

Where can I stay near Lilongwe?

There are 79+ hotels available in Lilongwe.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Maputo to Lilongwe 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 Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW)plane MPM - LLW
6h 5m
$514–791
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maputo to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lilongwebus
33h 35m
$127–134
Drive 1,698.7 km
1. Drive from Maputo to Lilongwecar 1,698.7 km
31h 4m
$299–431
Bus via Blantyre
1. Take the bus from Karl Max Av to Kerk Stbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Blantyrebus
3. Take the bus from Blantyre to Lilongwebus
40h 30m
$143–264

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

18Weekly Planes

6h 45mAverage Duration

$150Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,386.6 km
Duration: 6h 5m

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

Airlink, Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, and two other airlines fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Maputo to Lilongwe via Johannesburg in around 33h 35m.

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