Malawian Airlines is making a bold move to expand its reach in Africa! The airline’s December 2025 schedule reveals a strategic expansion of regional services, which is sure to spark excitement among travelers and industry observers alike. But is this expansion a game-changer or a risky move?
Starting December 15th, 2025, Malawian Airlines will take to the skies between Lilongwe and Entebbe, connecting these cities four times a week. The route will be operated by the Boeing 737-700, offering a convenient and efficient travel option. And here’s where it gets interesting:
Lilongwe to Entebbe:
– Flight ET052 departs Lilongwe (LLW) at 16:20, arriving in Entebbe (EBB) at 19:45.
– Flight ET053 returns from Entebbe at 06:15, touching down in Lilongwe at 07:40.
But that’s not all. The airline is also boosting its presence in Johannesburg with additional flights:
Lilongwe to Johannesburg:
– A new nonstop service will operate three times a week, departing Lilongwe at 10:20 as ET024 and arriving in Johannesburg (JNB) at 12:35.
– The return flights, ET025, leave Johannesburg at 13:25 and 13:30, reaching Lilongwe at 15:40 and 15:45, respectively.
This expansion comes as a significant development for the airline, which currently operates a daily flight from Lilongwe to Blantyre and onwards to Johannesburg using the Boeing 737-800.
And here’s a fun fact: This news comes to us from AeroRoutes, a trusted source for aviation enthusiasts. The website is run by Jim Liu, who previously founded Airlineroute, a well-known aviation news platform from 2007 to 2020.
So, what do you think of Malawian Airlines’ expansion plans? Is this a smart move to capture the growing regional market, or is the airline spreading itself too thin? Share your thoughts in the comments below!