Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Blantyre Airport (BLZ): what you need to know
Blantyre is two hours ahead of Manchester and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MAN to BLZ flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Blantyre Airport (BLZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Blantyre Airport flight is $1,231. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,856. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAN to BLZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Blantyre Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MAN to BLZ.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of all flights departing from Manchester Airport, 65% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Blantyre Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Blantyre Airport (BLZ)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late Manchester Airport to Blantyre Airport flight. Tranquil Ridge BnB and Blantyre Airport Lodge are great choices near BLZ.
Follow your own route with a Blantyre Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, FlexWays or Europcar and venture far and wide through Blantyre and beyond.
Give yourself a better shot at scoring a great price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Blantyre Airport several weeks in advance is a good idea.
When to fly to Blantyre Airport (BLZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Blantyre Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Blantyre based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Blantyre is October, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Blantyre Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to BLZ in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malawi
You've visited Blantyre, now it's time to explore more of Malawi. Journey about 241 kilometres north-west to Lilongwe to check off its leading attractions. From Lilongwe Wildlife Centre to Nature Sanctuary and BAPS Swaminarayan Sanskar Kendra, your itinerary will be busy.
Mzuzu is another well-known destination in Malawi and is around 499 kilometres north of Blantyre. No journey is complete without visiting Botanic Gardens, Chinese Garden and Museum.
