Flying from Chileka Airport (BLZ) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW): what you need to know
Around 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chileka Airport to Lilongwe International Airport.
Lilongwe's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Blantyre.
Flights from BLZ to LLW start from 09:10 — the earliest with Ethiopian Airlines. The latest departure is at 15:05 with Ethiopian Airlines. In total, there are 12 weekly Chileka Airport to Lilongwe International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BLZ to LLW flight.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Flying into Lilongwe (and then discovering more of Malawi!) is a breeze with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Chileka Airport to Lilongwe International Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chileka Airport (BLZ) to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
Currently, £54 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chileka Airport to Lilongwe International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £92. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from BLZ to LLW, book your trip five months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chileka Airport to Lilongwe International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BLZ to LLW.
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Handy information about Chileka Airport (BLZ)
81.25% of flights leaving Chileka Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of BLZ.
To get to Chileka Airport from central Blantyre, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Need a hotel to stay in before your flight from Chileka Airport to Lilongwe International Airport? Consider Top Lodge in Blantyre. Enjoy a good night's rest here before making your way to BLZ.
Arriving at Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
Grab a Lilongwe International Airport rental car and discover Lilongwe and beyond with your own set of wheels. ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, Europcar and FlexWays are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Lilongwe International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to central Lilongwe
Lilongwe International Airport to the centre of Lilongwe has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
When to fly to Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
The quietest month for a flight from Chileka Airport to Lilongwe International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Lilongwe based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Lilongwe is October, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Chileka Airport to Lilongwe International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BLZ to LLW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malawi
You've seen Lilongwe, now it's time to explore other corners of Malawi. Travel about 150 miles south-east to Blantyre to tick off its top sights. From St Michael and All Angels Church to Castel Malawi Brewery and Mount Soche, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 180 miles north of Lilongwe, Mzuzu is another essential stop in Malawi. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Museum, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden.