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 81% on flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,383 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $7,178, a difference of $5,795. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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 showed a wide range, from about $1,461 to $10,360. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Lilongwe?

Lilongwe is 10 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 averaging $82 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 $1,680 to $2,465, with an average of $2,398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,680 counts as a good deal.

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

Ethiopian Air ($1,471) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Lilongwe in the last 5 days.

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Tue, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 30

4:40 pm - 1:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

35h 30m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole

2:05 pm - 9:10 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

40h 05m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,461Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 21

10:55 pm - 1:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

28h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

2:05 pm - 3:49 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

35h 44m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,471Ethiopian Air

Wed, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 24

10:55 pm - 1:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

28h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

2:05 pm - 3:49 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

34h 44m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,582Ethiopian Air

Tue, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 30

10:00 pm - 11:45 amSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

52h 45m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Nampula

2:15 pm - 3:10 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

33h 55m3 stops Nampula Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,616Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 21

3:40 pm - 1:25 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

35h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12:30 pm - 1:35 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

35h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Dubai Intl

$1,635Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 24

3:40 pm - 11:45 amSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

34h 05m3 stops Dubai Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Nampula

10:15 am - 2:35 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

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$1,638Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 21

11:00 pm - 1:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

52h 10m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole

2:05 pm - 10:24 amLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

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$1,747Ethiopian Air

Fri, Feb 26 - Tue, Mar 2

10:55 pm - 1:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

28h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

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

45h 15m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,813Ethiopian Air

Wed, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 24

10:55 pm - 1:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

28h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

2:00 pm - 5:30 pmLLW Lilongwe Intl-SFO San Francisco

36h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Zurich

$1,926Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 26 - Tue, Mar 2

10:55 pm - 1:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LLW Lilongwe Intl

52h 15m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Lome Addis Ababa Bole

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

45h 15m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,984Ethiopian Air

Booking Insights

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

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Lilongwe?: Ethiopian Air ($1,471) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Lilongwe in the last 5 days.

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High season	June
Cheapest flight	$1,461

The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travelers.

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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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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 $1,680 to $2,465, with an average of $2,398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,680 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 showed a wide range, from about $1,461 to $10,360. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW)?
Lilongwe Intl Airport (LLW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $82 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 81% on flights from San Francisco to Lilongwe. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,383 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $7,178, a difference of $5,795.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Lilongwe?
Lilongwe is 10 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,383, about $5,795 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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