Transportation in Lilongwe

Lilongwe moves on minibus taxis and private hire cars. The minibuses are the everyday workhorse, cheap, packed, and everywhere. But they follow no published routes, so first-timers should ask the conductor the destination before boarding. For door-to-door comfort, ride-hailing apps like Ulendo and A2B operate in the city and cost a fraction of a private taxi. Drivers expect cash unless you preload the app. From Kamuzu International Airport, the only honest choice is the official taxi rank outside arrivals. Skip the freelance touts inside the terminal, they'll quote whatever sounds right. The ride to City Centre is a splurge compared to local transport, but it's direct and safe at any hour.