Flying from Dubai to Blantyre Chileka International Airport (BLZ): What you need to know
Blantyre is two hours behind Dubai. Blantyre Chileka International Airport is located in Blantyre, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Dubai to BLZ.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When searching for a cheap flight from Dubai to BLZ, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is one option when departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB).
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Dubai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Blantyre Chileka International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights leaving Dubai International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Dubai to BLZ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 57%.
About Blantyre Chileka International Airport (BLZ)
Consider checking in to Top Lodge in Blantyre after your flight from Dubai to Blantyre Chileka International Airport. It's a quick drive from BLZ and a comfortable option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Blantyre Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to central Blantyre
Blantyre Chileka International Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Blantyre. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Blantyre Chileka International Airport (BLZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Blantyre Chileka International Airport is R 12,579. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 16,571. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Dubai to BLZ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Dubai to Blantyre Chileka International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Dubai to BLZ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai to Blantyre Chileka International Airport.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Blantyre Chileka International Airport (BLZ)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. June is the quietest month to go to Blantyre. January is when most people book flights from Dubai to Blantyre Chileka International Airport (BLZ), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Dubai to BLZ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. October is the warmest month in Blantyre, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Blantyre Chileka International Airport in July when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Blantyre
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Blantyre Chileka International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Blantyre:
ISKCON Temple and Michiru are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Blantyre must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Mount Soche.
Explore more of Malawi
You've done Blantyre, now it's time to explore other corners of Malawi. Travel about 225 kilometres northwest to Lilongwe to tick off its leading sights. From Lilongwe Wildlife Centre to Nature Sanctuary and BAPS Swaminarayan Sanskar Kendra, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
