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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lilongwe to Blantyre flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Lilongwe to Blantyre

Lilongwe to Blantyre: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Lilongwe to Blantyre below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Blantyre.

Lilongwe to Blantyre: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$97
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time40 mins
Most popular airlineEthiopian Airlines
Average flights per week33

Finding cheap flights from Lilongwe to Blantyre: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Lilongwe to Blantyre is $97. 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.
40 minutes is the average flight time from Lilongwe to Blantyre.
Ethiopian Airlines and Malawi Airlines fly direct from Lilongwe to Blantyre.
There are 33 flights per week flying from Lilongwe to Blantyre, as of November 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Blantyre is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lilongwe Airport to Blantyre Airport on Thursday, December 4, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Blantyre but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
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.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Blantyre.

Traveling from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Chileka Airport (BLZ): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Chileka Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 40 minutes.

  • Lilongwe and Blantyre share the same timezone, UTC+2.

  • You can choose from 12 weekly Lilongwe International Airport to Chileka Airport flights. The 08:10 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest available. Ethiopian Airlines operates the last service of the day at 16:00.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LLW to BLZ flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Traveling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Getting to Blantyre (and then seeing more of Malawi!) is a breeze with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Chileka Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Ethiopian Airlines on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Chileka Airport (BLZ)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lilongwe International Airport to Chileka Airport flight is $59. A round-trip fare is currently $97. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from LLW to BLZ, book your trip ten months ahead of your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Chileka Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Finding cheap flights from LLW to BLZ is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Chileka Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)

  • Lilongwe International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 82.0% of flights that take off from LLW reach their destination without delay.

  • To reach Lilongwe International Airport from central Lilongwe, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

Arriving at Chileka Airport (BLZ)

  • Consider a stay at Top Lodge in Blantyre after arriving from your Lilongwe International Airport to Chileka Airport flight. It's a short drive from BLZ and a comfy option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.

  • Grab a Chileka Airport rental car and discover Blantyre and beyond with your own set of wheels. ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, FlexWays and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.

  • To lock in the lowest rate, book your ride from Chileka Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your departure date.

Getting from Chileka Airport (BLZ) to central Blantyre

  • Chileka Airport is approximately 16 kilometers from the center of Blantyre. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Chileka Airport (BLZ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Chileka Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Blantyre based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Chileka Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Blantyre, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LLW to BLZ in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

Explore more of Malawi

  • Blantyre has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malawi you should also see. About 241 kilometers north-west of Blantyre, a trip to Lilongwe will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like World War I Memorial, Lilongwe Central Musjid, Al-Falah Musjid and Lilongwe Wildlife Center.

  • Mzuzu is another essential stop in Malawi and is around 499 kilometers north of Blantyre. No trip is complete without experiencing Museum, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden.

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