Cheap Flights to Blantyre Airport from $3,287 in 2025

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Can I get a direct flight to Blantyre Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Australia and Blantyre Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Blantyre?

The best price we found for a return flight to Blantyre is $2,235. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Blantyre Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Blantyre Airport is Friday, 13 February 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Blantyre?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Blantyre is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Blantyre with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Blantyre.

Flying to Blantyre

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$3,287
Cheapest month to fly	December

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How to find cheap flights to Chileka Airport (BLZ)

The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Chileka Airport is $3,287. A return plane ticket to BLZ right now is $2,235.
Book at the perfect time with Price Alerts. You'll receive an email or a notification on the app if the price of tickets to BLZ goes up or down.
It's typically recommended to book around four months before you plan to depart. This is when you're more likely to get the best prices for tickets to Blantyre, where Chileka Airport is located.
Select the 'Add nearby airports' option and expand your search for cheap flights to Blantyre. This will list all the airports around your departure and destination points.
Consider taking a flight with a stop, as indirect routes are generally cheaper. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Chileka Airport.

Best time to go to Blantyre

You can typically board the cheapest flight to Blantyre in September.
If you have flexible travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. You'll be able to find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to BLZ.
June is the most popular month for flights to BLZ. It's the perfect time to experience Blantyre at its liveliest.
April is the quietest time of year to visit if you're after a more relaxed vibe. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Blantyre then.
The weather can make or break your holiday, so consider what type of conditions you want to get away in. Blantyre is warmest in October, averaging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 11ºC (52ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Hoping to leave the raincoat at home? June is the driest month in Blantyre, averaging one day of rain.
Rain is more common here during January, which gets around 23 days of wet weather.

Travelling to Chileka Airport (BLZ): What you need to know

Fly to Blantyre in one go with Ethiopian Airlines. Airlink also operates direct flights to Chileka Airport.
Ethiopian Airlines has the best track record for punctuality. Up to 58% of its flights into this airport land without being late, making it a great choice when reserving your BLZ plane ticket.
BLZ is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Get some rest shortly after your flight to BLZ at Top Lodge in Blantyre. This comfortable stay is an easy drive from Chileka Airport.
You can pick up a car hire in BLZ with popular brands like ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, FlexWays and Europcar. Hop in and get ready to discover Blantyre and beyond.
Chileka Airport ranks well for punctuality, with up to 81% of outbound flights completing their journey on schedule. That's good news whether you're connecting onward or flying home.

Getting to central Blantyre from Chileka Airport (BLZ)

Central Blantyre is about 16 kilometres from BLZ.
If you're taking a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to BLZ, it'll take around 25 minutes to reach the centre.
Blantyre is packed with options for a great night's sleep. Here's a lineup of comfy hotels to explore before you go:

Blantyre highlights

These leading sights should be on your itinerary after stepping off your flight to Blantyre:
- ISKCON Temple: Offering a memorable introduction to all the city has to offer, this landmark is around 2 kilometres north-west of the centre.
- Mount Soche: Want more reasons to visit Blantyre? This landmark pulls in the crowds and is around 6 kilometres south of the city centre.

How to get to Zomba from Chileka Airport (BLZ)

Starting your trip in Zomba? From BLZ, it takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there. The city is about 80 kilometres from the airport.

Travelling from Chileka Airport (BLZ) to Balaka

Balaka is around 80 kilometres from Chileka Airport if your trip takes you in that direction.
It'll take you 1 hour 50 minutes or so to drive to Balaka.

Explore more of Malawi

Malawi has plenty more ways to surprise you. Venture on to Lilongwe, located about 225 kilometres north-west of Blantyre. Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, BAPS Swaminarayan Sanskar Kendra and Four Seasons have to be on your must-see list. Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) is the city's most convenient major airport.
Zomba is another popular destination in Malawi and is roughly 48 kilometres north-east of Blantyre. Hit some of the best spots right away at Nawimbe peak, Shire Eco Safari Camp and Zomba Massif.