Airport Comparison
| BLZ | BOS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chileka International Airport | General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport |
| IATA Code | BLZ | BOS |
| ICAO Code | FWCL | KBOS |
| City | Blantyre | Boston |
| Country | Malawi | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 2,555 ft | 19 ft |
| Coordinates | -15.680000, 34.970000 | 42.360000, -71.010000 |
Blantyre (BLZ) to Boston (BOS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) in Blantyre, Malawi to General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) in Boston, United States is 12,477 kilometers (7,753 miles / 6,737 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Malawi with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:46 in Blantyre, it's 06:46 in Boston. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,536 feet between the two airports. General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport sits lower than Chileka International Airport.
The return flight from Boston (BOS) to Blantyre (BLZ) follows a heading of 91° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chileka International Airport (BLZ) and General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.