The flight distance from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) in Blantyre, Malawi to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) in Baltimore, United States is 12,953 kilometers (8,048 miles / 6,994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 10:40 in Blantyre, it's 03:40 in Baltimore. 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 2,412 feet between the two airports. Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport sits lower than Chileka International Airport.

The return flight from Baltimore (BWI) to Blantyre (BLZ) follows a heading of 89° (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 Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.