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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

8%Trains in Blantyre are 8% cheaper than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 16,00

BlantyreR 14,75

MealMid-priced restaurant

52%A meal in Blantyre is 52% cheaper than a meal in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 175,00

BlantyreR 83,41

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

49%A taxi fare in Blantyre is 49% cheaper than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 20,00

BlantyreR 10,16

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

18%Coffee is 18% more expensive in Blantyre than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 38,72

BlantyreR 45,53

Exchange rate

1 ZAR = 100.69 MWK

1 MWK = 0.01 ZAR

Last checked on Fri, 12/05

Distance: 2615 kms

Cape Town airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Blantyre airports

Chileka (BLZ)How far from city centre: 12 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Cape Town to Blantyre

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Time Difference between Cape Town and Blantyre

Cape Town and Blantyre are in the same time zone. However, please double-check for any Daylight Savings Time differences closer to your travel dates to avoid any surprises.

Best Time to Fly to Blantyre

Blantyre enjoys a pleasant, sub-tropical climate. May to October is the dry season, offering warm days and cooler nights, ideal for exploring the city and its surrounding parks and reserves like Michiru Mountain Conservation Area. During these months, temperatures average between 16-27°C. You can book your flights to Blantyre from Cape Town now through eDreams and enjoy the best deals available.

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town is served by one major airport, making your journey to Blantyre from Cape Town simple to plan.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the primary airport serving Cape Town and the second-busiest airport in South Africa. Located approximately 20 kilometres from the city centre, it offers a wide range of domestic and international flights to Blantyre from Cape Town. The airport features modern facilities, including various shops and restaurants, ensuring a comfortable experience for travellers.

Main Airlines for this route

Here are three airlines that frequently offer flights to Blantyre from Cape Town:

Airlink
Ethiopian Airlines
Kenya Airways

Blantyre Airports

Blantyre is served by Chileka International Airport (BLZ), the second largest airport in Malawi. If you're planning flights to Blantyre from Cape Town, understanding the airport facilities and transport options will make your journey smoother.

Airport Information

Chileka International Airport (BLZ)

Chileka International Airport offers various facilities for travellers. You can find duty-free shops, restaurants, and currency exchange services within the terminal. Getting to Blantyre city centre from the airport is straightforward. Taxis are readily available outside the terminal and the journey takes approximately 25 minutes, covering a distance of 16 km. The fare is around MWK 16,834. Alternatively, some hotels provide shuttle services. Pre-booking your transport is recommended, especially if your flight arrives during peak hours. You can book flights to Blantyre from Cape Town through eDreams.

eDreams provides convenient car rental services at Chileka International Airport. Having a car allows you to explore Blantyre and its surroundings at your own pace. For flights to Blantyre from Cape Town, booking through eDreams can make your travel experience hassle-free.

What to Do and See in Blantyre

Planning your flights to Blantyre from Cape Town? Blantyre, Malawi's second-largest city, is a vibrant hub of commerce and culture, offering a unique blend of urban and natural attractions. Here's what awaits you:

Hike up Michiru Mountain: Enjoy breathtaking views of the city and surrounding landscapes while exploring diverse flora and fauna.
Visit the Museum of Malawi: Delve into Malawi's rich history and cultural heritage through captivating exhibits.
Explore Chingwe's Hole: Discover this unique rock formation and cave, steeped in cultural and historical significance.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Cape Town to Blantyre

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Malawi. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from Cape Town to Blantyre, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Cape Town to Blantyre is R6095. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Blantyre more expensive than Cape Town to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Blantyre costs an average of 10.16 ZAR , 49% cheaper than Cape Town, with a fare of 20.00 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 8% less at Blantyre: $ 14.75 ZAR versus $ 16.00 ZAR at Cape Town.

Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 83.41 ZAR euros in Blantyre, 52% less than the 175.00 ZAR euros in Cape Town.

The price of the coffee is around 18% more expensive in Blantyre, with an average of 45.53 ZAR , while in Cape Town the coffee costs 38.72 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Cape Town to Blantyre take?

Flight length from Cape Town to Blantyre is around 04:25 hours on average, at an average distance of 2 624 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Blantyre compared to Cape Town?

While in Cape Town the temperatures can reach an average of 28.98 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Blantyre's temperatures can go up to 35.78 ºC during the hot season, with 1.6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 7.8 ºC in Blantyre, compared to the 4.54 ºC average degrees reported in Cape Town. During the winter period, Cape Town can register 12 mm precipitation, while Blantyre have an average of 1.4 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Cape Town and Blantyre?

The main route from Cape Town to Blantyre is: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Chileka (BLZ). The following airlines fly this route:

Ethiopian Airlines.

Airlink.

CemAir.

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