Blantyre to Nacala flights
Nacala lies 624 km (388 mi) east of Blantyre, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 33 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Blantyre | Nacala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malawi | Mozambique |
| Population | 902,588 | 239,808 |
| Elevation | 1,041 m (3,415 ft) | 137 m (449 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Blantyre) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Nearest large airport | BLZ, 13 km out | MNC, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Nacala
Crossing from Malawi into Mozambique: money changes from the Kwacha to the Metical (MZN); sockets are BS 546, Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +258; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648880 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2807090.
Airports at each end
Leaving Blantyre
Blantyre is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Chileka International Airport (BLZ), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,628 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Nacala
Nacala is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nacala International Airport (MNC), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,171-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nacala International Airport (regional) | MNC | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,171 ft | 410 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nacala from Blantyre?
624 km (388 mi) in a straight line, east of Blantyre.
How long does it take to get from Blantyre to Nacala by air?
About 1 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Blantyre and Nacala?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Blantyre to Nacala flights?
Typically Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Nacala International Airport (MNC).
What currency do I need in Nacala?
The Metical (MZN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.