Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Lilongwe?

Flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Lilongwe Intl (LLW).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 82% on flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,359 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $7,178, a difference of $5,819. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Lilongwe?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Lilongwe changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,559 to $1,990. That means the highest observed fare was about 27% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Lilongwe looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Lilongwe are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $874, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Lilongwe?

Lilongwe is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW)?

Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • FlexWays • Avis • ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD • Xdrive Mobility

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Lilongwe flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe range from $1,275 to $2,435, with an average of $1,974 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,275 counts as a good deal.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Lilongwe?

Ethiopian Air ($1,620) and United Airlines ($1,961) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Lilongwe according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Cheapest round-trip

$1,620

Typical prices: $1,275-$2,435

Ethiopian Air

Wed 10/17Tue 10/23

SFO - LLW • 3 stops

Cheapest one-way

$835

Typical prices: $763-$927

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Fri 11/23

SFO - LLW • 2 stops

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February

Cheapest • 40% price drop

June

Most popular

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Lilongwe

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

10:35 pm - 1:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

28h 35m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

2:05 pm - 3:41 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

35h 36m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,751Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

4:48 pm - 1:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

34h 22m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

2:05 pm - 1:20 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

33h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole London Heathrow

$1,961United Airlines

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

4:48 pm - 1:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

34h 22m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

2:05 pm - 1:20 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

33h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole London Heathrow

$1,962United Airlines

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

3:00 pm - 1:25 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

36h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

6:25 pm - 12:40 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

28h 15m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,966Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

3:00 pm - 1:25 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

36h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

6:25 pm - 12:40 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

28h 15m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,990Qatar Airways

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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Lilongwe flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Lilongwe?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe typically range from $1,275 to $2,435. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,620, on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Lilongwe?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Lilongwe. It’s 32% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 263% higher.

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Low season	March
High season	June
Cheapest flight	$835

The most popular month to fly with an average 248% increase in travelers.

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When to book flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Lilongwe based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Lilongwe?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Lilongwe flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe range from $1,275 to $2,435, with an average of $1,974 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,275 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Lilongwe changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,559 to $1,990. That means the highest observed fare was about 27% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Lilongwe looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Lilongwe are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $874, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW)?
Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• FlexWays
• Avis
• ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD
• Xdrive Mobility
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Lilongwe?
Flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Lilongwe Intl (LLW).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 82% on flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,359 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $7,178, a difference of $5,819.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Lilongwe?
Lilongwe is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,359, about $5,819 less than Saturday fares (81% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Lilongwe trip for February. Fares historically average $1,182 round-trip in that month - typically $5,996 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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