Travelling from Chileka Airport (BLZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
The timezone in Manchester is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Blantyre.
Your BLZ to MAN flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chileka Airport (BLZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Currently, R 11,627 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chileka Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 23,935. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BLZ to MAN, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chileka Airport to Manchester Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BLZ to MAN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chileka Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Chileka Airport (BLZ)
Chileka Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.25% of flights that take off from BLZ arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Chileka Airport from central Blantyre, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a hotel to stay in before your flight from Chileka Airport to Manchester Airport? Consider Top Lodge in Blantyre. Catch some z's here before heading to BLZ.
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chileka Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAN instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Manchester Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice to explore Manchester and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Manchester Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
From Manchester Airport, Manchester is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Chileka Airport to Manchester Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Manchester in January.
Lock in your flight from Chileka Airport to Manchester Airport for July if you want to explore Manchester during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BLZ to MAN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Manchester. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometres south of Manchester. No journey is complete without experiencing Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
