Air Travel
- Companies: South African Airways, Ethiopian Airlines
- Duration: Approximately 15 hours (including layovers)
- Distance: 2,200 miles (3,540 kilometers)
- Costs: Approximately 3,200 PLN [varies based on booking period and airline choice]
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Book your tickets 2-3 months in advance for the best rates and consider flying on weekdays to avoid higher prices on weekends.
This journey starts from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) with potential connections through Johannesburg (JNB) or Addis Ababa (ADD) before landing at Lilongwe International Airport (LLW). From Lilongwe, you can take a domestic flight or a bus to Mzuzu.
Land Travel (Bus & Taxi)
- Companies: Greyhound, Shalom Bus Services
- Duration: Approximately 50 hours (including transfers and waiting times)
- Distance: 2,000 miles (3,218 kilometers)
- Costs: Approximately 1,500 PLN for bus tickets (excluding meals and accommodation)
- Roads/Routes: N1 highway (South Africa), N3 highway into Mozambique, then N1 through Malawi
Pro Tip: Travel with a power bank as charging facilities on longer bus journeys can be limited, and it’s wise to keep your devices charged for navigation and entertainment.
This journey involves taking a bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg, followed by a bus to Malawi, and then a taxi or local minibus to reach Mzuzu. Please prepare for a lengthy trip with multiple stops.