Lilongwe Taxi - Fares & Prices 2026

Popular routes from Lilongwe

Lilongwe To Lilongwe International	4,440 MWK
Lilongwe To Zomba	113,720 MWK
Lilongwe To Liwonde	93,520 MWK

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How is a taxi fare
calculated in Lilongwe

Several factors impact the taxi fare in Lilongwe

Taxi fare (2026)

Base fee (day)

5MWK

Price per KM

400 MWK

Waiting time per hour

1MWK

Taxi rate calculation example

Let’s say you want to get from your hotel to Lilongwe city center and the ride is 5km. You’re traveling by day and you have 1 luggage. Your total price will be 2005 MWK.

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Lilongwe taxi fare - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Lilongwe?

A 5km ride in Lilongwe costs about 2005 MWK. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi in Lilongwe?

You can stop a taxi on the street in Lilongwe or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in Lilongwe as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around in Lilongwe?

if you can’t find a taxi Lilongwe or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi fare in Lilongwe?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.com. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Lilongwe taxi fares and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Lilongwe.

What’s the price of Taxi in Lilongwe per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Lilongwe is 5,000.0 MWK. Each KM is then priced at 400.0 MWK. if you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 1,000.0 MWK per hour.

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