Direct (nonstop) flights from Lilongwe to Blantyre

1 airline flys nonstop from Kamuzu Intl (LLW) to Chileka International (BLZ). It's 152 miles (245 km), about 40m in the air. Operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

LLW
Kamuzu Intl
🇲🇼 Lilongwe, Malawi
BLZ
Chileka International
🇲🇼 Blantyre, Malawi
Flight Time
40m
Distance
152 mi
245 km
CO₂/pax
28 kg
−323 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Ethiopian Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ethiopian Airlines ET Ethiopian Airlines
Route
LLW → BLZ
Flight Time
40m
Distance
152 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lilongwe to Blantyre with one stop · direct emits 28 kg CO₂ per passenger

LLW JNB (Johannesburg) BLZ
Leg 1: 2h 30m (923 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (840 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+1154% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LLW → JNB
2h 30m · 923 mi
View LLW to JNB flights →
Leg 2
JNB → BLZ
2h 15m · 840 mi
View JNB to BLZ flights →
LLW ADD (Addis Ababa) BLZ
Leg 1: 4h (1,601 mi) Leg 2: 4h 5m (1,714 mi) Total: ~8h 5m 🍃 586 kg CO₂ (+1993% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LLW → ADD
4h · 1,601 mi
View LLW to ADD flights →
Leg 2
ADD → BLZ
4h 5m · 1,714 mi
View ADD to BLZ flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lilongwe to Blantyre?

A nonstop flight from Lilongwe (LLW) to Blantyre (BLZ) takes approximately 0 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 152 miles (245 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lilongwe to Blantyre?

Just Ethiopian Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lilongwe to Blantyre?

Yes. 1 airline: Ethiopian Airlines.

How far is Lilongwe from Blantyre?

The flight distance from Lilongwe to Blantyre is 152 miles (245 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Lilongwe to Blantyre?

At 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lilongwe to Blantyre?

Roughly 28 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 140 km.

Is the return flight from Blantyre to Lilongwe also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lilongwe to Blantyre?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kamuzu Intl for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.