Cheap flights from California to Malawi from $981

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KLM Logo
4:45 pm - 1:35 pm
LAX
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BLZ
59h 50m
2 stops
KLM Logo
2:10 pm - 4:05 pm
BLZ
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LAX
34h 55m
2 stops
$1,342KLM
Mon, May 25 - Thu, Jun 11
KLM Logo
1:50 pm - 1:35 pm
LAX
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BLZ
38h 45m
2 stops
KLM Logo
2:10 pm - 11:40 am
BLZ
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LAX
30h 30m
2 stops
$1,526KLM
Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 9:30 am
LAX
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LLW
31h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 2:15 pm
LLW
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LAX
36h 55m
3 stops
$1,879Multiple Airlines
Mon, Aug 10 - Thu, Aug 20
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5:30 pm - 1:35 pm
LAX
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BLZ
35h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 1:05 pm
BLZ
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LAX
33h 05m
3 stops
$1,884Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 25 - Thu, Jun 11
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:34 pm - 1:10 pm
SMF
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LLW
52h 36m
3 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:25 pm - 9:59 pm
LLW
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SMF
64h 34m
3 stops
$2,277Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16
Qatar Airways Logo
8:43 pm - 9:30 am
SFO
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LLW
51h 47m
3 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
6:25 pm - 7:25 pm
LLW
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SFO
34h 00m
3 stops
$2,309Qatar Airways
Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:35 pm - 12:15 pm
LAX
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BLZ
28h 40m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:00 pm - 3:35 pm
BLZ
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LAX
35h 35m
4 stops
$2,357Ethiopian Air
Mon, May 25 - Thu, Jun 11
Qatar Airways Logo
9:43 pm - 9:30 am
SFO
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LLW
50h 47m
3 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
6:25 pm - 7:25 pm
LLW
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SFO
34h 00m
3 stops
$2,364Qatar Airways
Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17
United Airlines Logo
8:09 am - 1:10 pm
SMF
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LLW
44h 01m
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2:25 pm - 8:39 pm
LLW
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SMF
39h 14m
3 stops
$3,351United Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18
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3:35 pm - 1:10 pm
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LLW
36h 35m
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United Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 4:10 pm
LLW
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LAX
34h 45m
2 stops
$3,518United Airlines
Tue, Jun 16 - Tue, Jun 23

Qatar Airways flights from California to Malawi

Our best Qatar Airways deals on California to Malawi flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Aug 10
SFO8:43 pmSan Francisco
51h 47m
3 stops
LLW9:30 amLilongwe Intl
Aug 17
LLW6:25 pmLilongwe Intl
34h 00m
3 stops
SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco
$2,309
Qatar Airways
Aug 10
SFO9:43 pmSan Francisco
50h 47m
3 stops
LLW9:30 amLilongwe Intl
Aug 17
LLW6:25 pmLilongwe Intl
34h 00m
3 stops
SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco
$2,364
Qatar Airways
Aug 10
SFO8:43 pmSan Francisco
51h 47m
3 stops
LLW9:30 amLilongwe Intl
Aug 17
LLW6:25 pmLilongwe Intl
34h 00m
3 stops
SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco
$2,427

Ethiopian Air flights from California to Malawi

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on California to Malawi flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Jun 9
SMF11:34 pmSacramento Intl
52h 36m
3 stops
LLW1:10 pmLilongwe Intl
Jun 16
LLW2:25 pmLilongwe Intl
64h 34m
3 stops
SMF9:59 pmSacramento Intl
$2,277
Ethiopian Air
May 25
LAX10:35 pmLos Angeles
28h 40m
2 stops
BLZ12:15 pmBlantyre Chileka
Jun 11
BLZ1:00 pmBlantyre Chileka
35h 35m
4 stops
LAX3:35 pmLos Angeles
$2,357
Ethiopian Air
May 28
LAX10:36 pmLos Angeles
28h 39m
2 stops
BLZ12:15 pmBlantyre Chileka
Jun 4
BLZ1:00 pmBlantyre Chileka
35h 42m
4 stops
LAX3:42 pmLos Angeles
$2,365

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Los AngelesBlantyre

LAX - BLZ

LAXBLZ

Los Angeles

Mon 5/25

4:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops59h 50m

Blantyre Chileka

Thu 6/11

2:10 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$1,342

Los AngelesBlantyre

LAX - BLZ

LAXBLZ

Los Angeles

Thu 5/28

1:50 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops38h 45m

Blantyre Chileka

Thu 6/4

2:10 pm-11:40 am

2 stops30h 30m

$1,526

Los AngelesLilongwe

LAX - LLW

LAXLLW

Los Angeles

Mon 8/10

4:40 pm-9:30 am

2 stops31h 50m

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 8/20

10:20 am-2:15 pm

3 stops36h 55m

$1,879

Los AngelesBlantyre

LAX - BLZ

LAXBLZ

Los Angeles

Mon 5/25

5:30 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Blantyre Chileka

Thu 6/11

1:00 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops33h 05m

$1,884

SacramentoLilongwe

SMF - LLW

SMFLLW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/9

11:34 pm-1:10 pm

3 stops52h 36m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 6/16

2:25 pm-9:59 pm

3 stops64h 34m

$2,277

San FranciscoLilongwe

SFO - LLW

SFOLLW

San Francisco

Mon 8/10

8:43 pm-9:30 am

3 stops51h 47m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 8/17

6:25 pm-7:25 pm

3 stops34h 00m

$2,309
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Los AngelesBlantyre

LAX - BLZ

LAXBLZ

Los Angeles

Mon 5/25

10:35 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Blantyre Chileka

Thu 6/11

1:00 pm-3:35 pm

4 stops35h 35m

$2,357

San FranciscoLilongwe

SFO - LLW

SFOLLW

San Francisco

Mon 8/10

9:43 pm-9:30 am

3 stops50h 47m

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 8/17

6:25 pm-7:25 pm

3 stops34h 00m

$2,364

SacramentoLilongwe

SMF - LLW

SMFLLW

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/14

8:09 am-1:10 pm

2 stops44h 01m

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 9/18

2:25 pm-8:39 pm

3 stops39h 14m

$3,351

Los AngelesLilongwe

LAX - LLW

LAXLLW

Los Angeles

Tue 6/16

3:35 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops36h 35m

Lilongwe Intl

Tue 6/23

2:25 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$3,518

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How long is the flight from California to Malawi?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Malawi you fly into. For example, flying from Ontario to Lilongwe takes 28h 36m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Lilongwe takes 28h 40m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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Fastest flight time

28h 36m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from California to Malawi takes 28h 36m
There are no direct flights from California to Malawi. There are no popular flight routes from California to Malawi.

Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Malawi

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Malawi?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Malawi?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Malawi.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Malawi?

    The required travel and health documents for your Malawi trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Malawi. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Malawi

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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,979Free CancellationRating
7.2
1,000 reviews
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