Blantyre to Richards Bay flights
Richards Bay lies 1,477 km (918 mi) south of Blantyre, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 39 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.
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| Blantyre | Richards Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malawi | South Africa |
| Population | 902,588 | 252,968 |
| Elevation | 1,041 m (3,415 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Blantyre) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Nearest large airport | BLZ, 13 km out | RCB, 7 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Richards Bay
Crossing from Malawi into South Africa: money changes from the Kwacha to the Rand (ZAR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 546, Euro, IEC 60906-1; the dialling code becomes +27; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
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 Richards Bay
Richards Bay is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Richards Bay Airport (RCB), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,265 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richards Bay Airport (regional) | RCB | 7 km (4 mi) | 4,265 ft | 109 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Richards Bay from Blantyre?
1,477 km (918 mi) in a straight line, south of Blantyre.
How long does it take to get from Blantyre to Richards Bay by air?
About 2 h 39 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 Richards Bay?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Blantyre to Richards Bay flights?
Typically Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Richards Bay Airport (RCB).
What currency do I need in Richards Bay?
The Rand (ZAR).
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.