Travelling from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Chileka Airport (BLZ): what you need to know
Blantyre is three hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your BLR to BLZ flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Kempegowda International Airport to Chileka Airport. Many passengers pass through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Chileka Airport (BLZ)
$1,462 is the lowest price for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Chileka Airport flight. Return flights start at $3,209. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BLR to BLZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chileka Airport.
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Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
You'll find BLR at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
71.17% of flights that leave from Kempegowda International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Bengaluru to Kempegowda International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near BLR? If you've booked an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chileka Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chileka Airport (BLZ)
Step off your Kempegowda International Airport to Chileka Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a convenient option that's not too far from BLZ, make your way to Top Lodge in Blantyre.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chileka Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, FlexWays or Europcar and explore beyond Blantyre's main sights.
Book your vehicle from Chileka Airport a few weeks before your trip to get the lowest price. If you're going away during a peak period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Chileka Airport (BLZ) to central Blantyre
Chileka Airport to the centre of Blantyre has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When to fly to Chileka Airport (BLZ)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chileka Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Blantyre. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chileka Airport for October if you want to visit Blantyre during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BLR to BLZ in July. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Malawi
You've done Blantyre, now it's time to explore more of Malawi. Journey around 241 kilometres north-west to Lilongwe to tick off its leading attractions. From World War I Memorial to Lilongwe Central Musjid, Al-Falah Musjid and Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Mzuzu is another standout destination in Malawi and is around 499 kilometres north of Blantyre. No journey is complete without seeing Museum, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden.