Maputo to Blantyre flights
Blantyre lies 1,160 km (721 mi) north of Maputo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 14 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.
| Maputo | Blantyre | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Malawi |
| Population | 1.3 million | 902,588 |
| Elevation | 70 m (230 ft) | 1,041 m (3,415 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Blantyre) |
| Nearest large airport | MPM, 5 km out | BLZ, 13 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Blantyre
Crossing from Mozambique into Malawi: money changes from the Metical to the Kwacha (MWK); sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +265; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648827 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648832.
Airports at each end
Leaving Maputo
Maputo is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Maputo Airport (MPM), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 12,008-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are King Mswati III International Airport (SHO, 97 km).
Arriving in 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chileka International Airport | BLZ | 13 km (8 mi) | 7,628 ft | 2,555 ft |
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Staying in Blantyre
Our booking partner lists 53 places to stay in Blantyre. Of the 33 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (20), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 1,895 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Blantyre from Maputo?
1,160 km (721 mi) in a straight line, north of Maputo.
How long does it take to get from Maputo to Blantyre by air?
About 2 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maputo and Blantyre?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Maputo to Blantyre flights?
Typically Maputo Airport (MPM) to Chileka International Airport (BLZ).
What currency do I need in Blantyre?
The Kwacha (MWK).
Where can I stay in Blantyre?
Our booking partner lists 53 places to stay in Blantyre, bookable on this site.
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.