Addis Ababa to Blantyre (ADD–BLZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
ADD–BLZ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,724 miles in approximately 4h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ET Ethiopian Airlines Also: EY | 5 | 738 | 4h05 | – | Star Alliance | EY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
ADD: EAT · BLZ: CAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Addis Ababa, it's 5:00 PM in Blantyre.
Ethiopian passport holders can apply for a Malawi eVisa through evisa.gov.mw before departure. The single-entry tourist visa costs USD 50 and allows a 30-day stay. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days. A visa on arrival at Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe is also available for USD 75, but the eVisa is cheaper and avoids delays.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry and have at least 2 blank pages. Upload a passport scan, recent photo, proof of accommodation, return ticket, and yellow fever vaccination certificate when applying online. The ICVP is mandatory for travelers from Ethiopia.
Ethiopian Airlines flies from Addis Ababa to Lilongwe. The Malawian kwacha (MWK) is the local currency. Exchange USD or euros at airport forex counters. ATMs at the airport and in Lilongwe accept Visa cards. Malawi is a cash-heavy economy outside the main cities. Bring enough USD to cover expenses if traveling to Lake Malawi or other rural destinations.
ADD–BLZ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ADD to BLZ
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and Chileka International Airport (BLZ) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ADD to BLZ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ADD to BLZ is about 4 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,724 miles (2,774 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Kamuzu, O.R. Tambo and Julius Nyerere. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.