BLZ
Blantyre
Malawi
8,459 km
5,256 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
8,459 km
5,256 mi / 4,567 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Blantyre
Heading
338°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BLZ MAN
Airport Name Chileka International Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code BLZ MAN
ICAO Code FWCL EGCC
City Blantyre Manchester
Country Malawi United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Blantyre Europe/London
Elevation 2,555 ft 257 ft
Coordinates -15.680000, 34.970000 53.350000, -2.270000

Blantyre (BLZ) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) in Blantyre, Malawi to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 8,459 kilometers (5,256 miles / 4,567 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Malawi with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:10 in Blantyre, it's 14:10 in Manchester.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,298 feet between the two airports. Manchester Airport sits lower than Chileka International Airport.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Blantyre (BLZ) follows a heading of 143° (southeast). 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 Manchester Airport (MAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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