Air and Road Journey
- Transport Mode: Combination of Air and Road
- Companies: South African Airways (domestic flight), Ethiopian Airlines (international connections), local taxi services in Mangochi
- Duration: Approximately 18 hours (including layovers)
- Distance: Around 2,500 km (1,550 miles)
- Costs: Approximately €700-€900 (including flight tickets and local transfer fees)
- Roads/Routes: N2 highway from Knysna to George Airport, connecting flight to Johannesburg, then flight to Lilongwe, followed by a road trip to Mangochi
Pro Tip: Check the flight schedules for Ethiopian Airlines for optimal layover times, and opt for early morning flights from Johannesburg to avoid peak travel hours.
For this journey from Knysna, South Africa to Mangochi, Malawi, begin by taking a taxi or shuttle to George Airport (approximately 1 hour). Fly from George to Johannesburg, then catch an international flight from Johannesburg to Lilongwe, Malawi. Upon arrival in Lilongwe, you can hire a local taxi or use a pre-arranged private transfer service to reach Mangochi.