What is the cheapest way to get from Blantyre to Addis Ababa?

The cheapest way to get from Blantyre to Addis Ababa is to bus which costs $430 - $550 and takes 6 days 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Blantyre to Addis Ababa?

The fastest way to get from Blantyre to Addis Ababa is to fly which takes 7h 50m and costs $400 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Blantyre and Addis Ababa?

No, there is no direct bus from Blantyre to Addis Ababa. However, there are services departing from Blantyre and arriving at Addis Ababa via Rissik Street Station, Johannesburg, Dar es Salaam, Koja and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6 days 6h.

How far is it from Blantyre to Addis Ababa?

The distance between Blantyre and Addis Ababa is 2798 km. The road distance is 3497.2 km.

How do I travel from Blantyre to Addis Ababa without a car?

The best way to get from Blantyre to Addis Ababa without a car is to bus which takes 6 days 6h and costs $430 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Blantyre to Addis Ababa?

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Blantyre to Addis Ababa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blantyre to Addis Ababa bus from?

Blantyre to Addis Ababa bus services, operated by Ulemu Bus Services, depart from Blantyre station.

Bus or fly from Blantyre to Addis Ababa?

The best way to get from Blantyre to Addis Ababa is to fly which takes 7h 50m and costs $400 - $1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $430 - $550 and takes 6 days 6h.

Where does the Blantyre to Addis Ababa bus arrive?

Blantyre to Addis Ababa bus services, operated by Ulemu Bus Services, arrive at Johannesburg station.

What is the time difference between Blantyre and Addis Ababa?

Addis Ababa is 1h ahead of Blantyre. It is currently 11:35 AM in Blantyre and 12:35 PM in Addis Ababa.

Can I drive from Blantyre to Addis Ababa?

Yes, the driving distance between Blantyre to Addis Ababa is 3497 km. It takes approximately 2 days 11h to drive from Blantyre to Addis Ababa.

Where can I stay near Addis Ababa?

There are 309+ hotels available in Addis Ababa.

Blantyre to Addis Ababa - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Blantyre to Addis Ababa by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)BLZ - ADD
7h 50m
$403–1,603
Bus
1. Take the bus from Blantyre to Johannesburg
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaam
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
4. Take the bus from Nairobi to Addis Ababa
6d 6h
$430–511
Drive 3,497.2 km
1. Drive from Blantyre to Addis Ababa3,497.2 km
2d 11h
$614–887

Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) flights

18Weekly Planes

9h 58mAverage Duration

$405Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,797.8 km
Duration: 7h 50m

What companies run services between Blantyre, Malawi and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia?

Ethiopian Airlines flies from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blantyre to Addis Ababa via Johannesburg, Rissik Street Station, Fashion Square, Johannesburg, Dar Es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Nairobi, Koja, Eastleigh Terminal, and Nairobi in around 6d 6h.

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