Travelling from Nairobi to Chileka Airport (BLZ): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Nairobi. Check out your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when searching for a flight from Nairobi to Chileka Airport (BLZ).
The timezone in Blantyre is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Nairobi. Chileka Airport is located in Blantyre.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Nairobi to BLZ.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Nairobi to BLZ that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between NBO and BLZ include:
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
NBO is about 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Nairobi to Chileka Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
67.1% of flights that take off from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport reach their destination on time.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to BLZ flight:
About Chileka Airport (BLZ)
After your flight from Nairobi to Chileka Airport has landed, kick back and relax at a hotel close by. Top Lodge in Blantyre is a comfy option that's not too far from BLZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Chileka Airport (BLZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Chileka Airport is R 6,813. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,497. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Nairobi to BLZ if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Nairobi to Chileka Airport ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Nairobi to BLZ.
Hunt for savings on a flight from Nairobi to Chileka Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Chileka Airport (BLZ)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Nairobi to Chileka Airport (BLZ). June is when most people travel to Blantyre. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
The warmest month in Blantyre is October, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Nairobi to BLZ plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July has temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Chileka Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Blantyre
Start your Blantyre trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Chileka Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Blantyre when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Michiru followed by ISKCON Temple and Mount Soche.
Explore more of Malawi
Lilongwe is just one of the many cities in Malawi waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Blantyre. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, BAPS Swaminarayan Sanskar Kendra and Four Seasons.
Any journey through Malawi wouldn't be complete without a stop in Salima. Kuti Wildlife Reserve Main Gate is among the highlights in this destination, which is about 225 kilometres north of Blantyre.
