Direct flights from Chileka International Airport
There are 5 destinations with direct flights from Chileka International Airport (Blantyre).
Destination | Duration | Days of the week | Airlines | Price |
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LLW Lilongwe | 0h 35m |
2 flights per day |
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DAR Dar es Salaam | 2h 0m |
1 flights per day |
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JNB Johannesburg | 2h 15m |
1 flights per day |
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ADD Addis Ababa | 4h 10m |
1 flights per day |
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BEW Beira | 1h 0m |
1 flights per day |
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Destinations & direct flights from Chileka International Airport (Blantyre)
Chileka International (BLZ) is the second largest airport in Malawi and is based in Blantyre. With an average of 2 daily departures, the route from Chileka International Airport to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) is the busiest route and offers travelers plenty of flexibility. If you're up for a longer flight, you might want to consider the Boeing 737MAX 8 Passenger to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), which takes around 4h 10m. Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, Chileka International Airport has got you covered with a wide range of flight options.
The top domestic destinations from Chileka International Airport based on popularity
Lilongwe (LLW)
8 flights scheduled next month
The top international destinations from Chileka International Airport
Addis Ababa (ADD)
103 flights scheduled next month
Beira (BEW)
4 flights scheduled next month
Johannesburg (JNB)
75 flights scheduled next month
Dar es Salaam (DAR)
38 flights scheduled next month
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Airport information
Airport name | Chileka International Airport |
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Airport (IATA) Code | BLZ |
City | Blantyre |
Country | Malawi (MW) |
Full location | Chileka International Airport |
Latitude | -15.679203 |
Longitude | 34.967697 |
Show on map | Google maps |
Chileka International Airport
General Details Blantyre Airport serves as both a commercial and international air transport center located in Malawi's Southern Region capital of Blantyre. Situated nine miles (16 km) away, its elevation stands at 2,555 feet (779 m). There are two asphalt paved runways here measuring 10,28 by 30 metres (7,628 feet x 98 feet) respectively for 10/28 and 15/33 runways respectively - respectively measured as 2,325 by 30 metres and 1,372 x 30 metres (4,501 feet x 98ft respectively).
Flight Schedules Chileka International Airport serves a range of domestic and international airlines. Ethiopian Airlines, Euromanx, South African Airways and United Airlines all fly regularly out of Blantyre.
When Should You Fly From Blantyre International Airport
Blantyre International Airport offers several daily departure flights. These depart between 8:00 AM and 5:50 PM respectively, serving popular destinations like Johannesburg and Nairobi.
On-Time Performance (OTP) of Chileka International Airport Overall, BLZ's on-time performance (OTP) stands at 4.1/5 stars based on data collected from all flights departing BLZ within the past 10 days. Average delay times at BLZ average out at zero minutes depending upon time of day - therefore it is strongly advised that before booking flights it be checked beforehand as to its OTP.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many airports are there near Blantyre?
How many airports are there near Blantyre?
What is the best airport to use when flying from Blantyre?
When departing from Blantyre, Chileka International Airport (BLZ) is considered the most optimal airport due to its convenient location and accessibility.
Which airlines flying from Blantyre?
Flights from Chileka International Airport are offered by 1 different airlines. Airlines with the most flights: Ethiopian Airline
What is the longest flight from Chileka International Airport?
The longest flight duration from Chileka International Airport is the route to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), which lasts approximately 4h 10m and is operated by an Boeing 737MAX 8 Passenger
What is the IATA-code for Chileka International Airport?
Chileka International Airport uses the IATA code: BLZ
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