Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Chileka Airport (BLZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Blantyre is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your EDI to BLZ flight.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Chileka Airport (BLZ)
$1,530 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Chileka Airport flight. Return flights start from $2,768. These fares may change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from EDI to BLZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Chileka Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EDI to BLZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Chileka Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights that depart Edinburgh Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chileka Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chileka Airport (BLZ)
Get off your Edinburgh Airport to Chileka Airport flight and jump into your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a comfy option a short journey from BLZ, unpack your bags at Top Lodge in Blantyre.
Travel at your own speed with a Chileka Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ANNA'S CAR RENTAL LTD, FlexWays or Europcar and experience more of Blantyre and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Chileka Airport several weeks ahead to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Chileka Airport (BLZ) to central Blantyre
From Chileka Airport, Blantyre is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Chileka Airport (BLZ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chileka Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Blantyre. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chileka Airport for October if you'd like to explore Blantyre during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to BLZ in July. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Malawi
You've seen Blantyre, now it's time to explore other parts of Malawi. Travel around 241 kilometres north-west to Lilongwe to check off its top sights. From World War I Memorial to Lilongwe Central Musjid, Al-Falah Musjid and Lilongwe Wildlife Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Mzuzu is another standout destination in Malawi and is around 499 kilometres north of Blantyre. No trip is complete without seeing Museum, Mzuzu Dam and Chinese Garden.