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R5 372+ Cheap flights to Blantyre

— BLZ
Oct 15 — Oct 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Blantyre in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Blantyre

Wed 14/1022:50 -
2 stops33h 50m
Sat 24/109:20 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 11/9R9 948
Thu 17/914:30 -
2 stops16h 00m
Sun 20/99:20 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 13/9R10 175
Tue 27/1014:30 -
2 stops18h 10m
Tue 3/119:20 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 12/9R10 191
Sat 24/1011:15 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Sat 31/1014:10 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 10/9R10 500
Thu 29/1014:30 -
2 stops18h 10m
Thu 5/1115:15 -
1 stop4h 00m
Deal found 14/9R10 516
Wed 28/1011:15 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Wed 4/1114:10 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 13/9R10 646
Thu 29/1011:15 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Thu 5/1114:10 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 14/9R10 678

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R9 948

One-way from

R5 388

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R11 149
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 14/10-24/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Blantyre
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 11/11-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Blantyre
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R638 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R114 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BLZ Blantyre Chileka

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/12

11:15-13:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 372

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BLZ Blantyre Chileka

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

11:15-13:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 453

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BLZ Blantyre Chileka

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

11:15-13:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 534

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BLZ Blantyre Chileka

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

11:15-13:35

Nonstop2h 20m

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 858
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BLZ Blantyre Chileka

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

12:30-14:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 378

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BLZ Blantyre Chileka

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

17:00-8:50

3 stops39h 50m

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 498

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BLZ Blantyre Chileka

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

12:10-8:50

2 stops20h 40m

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 341

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BLZ Blantyre Chileka

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/12

20:00-8:50

1 stop12h 50m

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 585

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BLZ Blantyre Chileka

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

22:50-12:25

1 stop13h 35m

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 650

JohannesburgBlantyre

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BLZ Blantyre Chileka

JNBBLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

16:10-16:40

2 stops24h 30m

Blantyre Chileka

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 845

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Blantyre

How long is the flight to Blantyre?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Blantyre takes 2 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Blantyre from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Blantyre

The most flights from Johannesburg to Blantyre are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Blantyre?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Blantyre are Airlink and Ethiopian Air.

Airlink
Airlink
From R4 247
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R6 370

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Blantyre?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Blantyre are Airlink and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Blantyre by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Blantyre ranges from 0.0 - 200.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 200.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Blantyre when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Blantyre by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Blantyre, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, October is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Blantyre?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Blantyre, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Blantyre

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink and Ethiopian Air to Malawi by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Crew

8,9

Food

8,1

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
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Crew

8,9

Food

8,1

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 040 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
91 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Food

8,1

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

FAQs about flying to Blantyre

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Blantyre?

    If you book a flight to Blantyre, you will be flying into Chileka, which is the city’s only airport. Blantyre Chileka (BLZ) is located 12,3 km from the centre of Blantyre. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Blantyre Chileka should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Blantyre if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Blantyre on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Blantyre?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Airlink is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Blantyre.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Blantyre?

    Blantyre Chileka is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Blantyre. One-way flights to Blantyre Chileka typically cost R1 772, while return flights cost around R3 210.

  • How much is a return flight to Blantyre?

    A return flight to Blantyre will typically cost around R15 645, however they can be found for as little as R3 210.

  • Does Blantyre Chileka have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Blantyre Chileka can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Blantyre Chileka?

    Yes. Blantyre Chileka has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Tranquil Ridge Bnb is the closest property to Blantyre Chileka (0,0 km away from Blantyre Chileka).

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