On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Addis Ababa — Blantyre route. The 2,774 km flight is operated regularly, with about 3 flights per week.
The primary carrier on this route is Ethiopian Airlines. Ticket prices depend on seasonality and booking time, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deals. Before your trip, check the information on how to get to the departure airport and how to plan your route from Blantyre airport.
The table shows direct flights Addis Ababa → Blantyre on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Ethiopian Airlines. Departures from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport airports, arrivals at Chileka Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Addis Ababa — Blantyre by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 2,537 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 3,563 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Addis Ababa → Blantyre, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 3,421 | medium | May | AED 3,320 | medium | Sep | AED 3,622 | medium |
| Feb | AED 3,019 | low | Jun | AED 3,522 | medium | Oct | AED 3,471 | medium |
| Mar | AED 2,968 | low | Jul | AED 4,125 | high | Nov | AED 3,119 | low |
| Apr | AED 3,019 | low | Aug | AED 4,226 | high | Dec | AED 4,025 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Blantyre is characterized by a hot period in October and November, when average highs reach 30.5°C. The peak of the rainy season falls in January, with rainfall reaching up to 356 mm, which can make traveling around the region more difficult.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in September, starting AED 2,536. The most expensive month to plan a trip is April, when ticket prices rise AED 3,562.
The best time to book is between August and September: this period offers a combination of dry weather and the most favorable fares starting AED 2,581. It is best to avoid traveling in January and February due to high rainfall intensity.
The primary carrier on the Addis Ababa — Blantyre route is Ethiopian Airlines. In total, there are approximately 3 scheduled flights per week. You can find a detailed schedule, departure and arrival times, and aircraft types in the list below.
Flights Addis Ababa — Blantyre depart from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and arrive at Chileka Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2,774 km. The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Ethiopian Airlines operates regular flights between these cities.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, with a frequency of about 3 departures per week.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand and seasonality. You can always find the current minimum prices for your chosen dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Ethiopia arrive at Chileka International Airport (BLZ), located near Blantyre.
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