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34 h 56 min
2319 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Kigali to Lilongwe

Cheapest
34 h 56 min
Car
2319 km.
from $127
Other
20 h 19 min
Plane
1396 km.
from $399.95

Transport providers

Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Goma International Airport to Kamuzu
Ave. Duration:
21h 10m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$260.87–$815.22

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Kigali to Kamuzu
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$478.26–$815.22
Plane from Goma International Airport to Kamuzu
Ave. Duration:
23h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$652.17

Bus operators

Zanzibar Airport Transfers

Phone:
+254 718 370 639
Email:
Website:
hoteltoursandtransfers.com/
Bus from Tunduma to Malawi
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$54.35–$173.91

Captain Tours

Bus from Songwe to Lilongwe
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Kigali to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.52–$13.04

Classic Coach

Website:
srclassic.com/
Bus from Berelay Rd to Tunduma
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$77.82

Trinity Express

Website:
trinityexpress.rw/
Bus from Kigali to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
11h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Lilongwe is to drive and fly which costs $206.52 - $706.52 and takes 20h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 7h 16m and costs $347.83 - $532.61 .

How far is it from Kigali to Lilongwe?

The distance between Kigali and Lilongwe is 1409 km. The road distance is 2319.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kigali to Lilongwe without a car is to bus and Private Transfer which takes 35h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Kigali to Lilongwe, including transfers.

Can I drive from Kigali to Lilongwe?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Lilongwe is 2320 km. It takes approximately 34h 57m to drive from Kigali to Lilongwe.

Where can I stay near Lilongwe?

There are 73+ hotels available in Lilongwe. Prices start at $42.85 per night.
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