What is the cheapest way to get from Blantyre to Maputo?

The cheapest way to get from Blantyre to Maputo is to bus which costs $195 - $210 and takes 32h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blantyre to Maputo?

The fastest way to get from Blantyre to Maputo is to drive and fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $290 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Blantyre and Maputo?

No, there is no direct bus from Blantyre to Maputo. However, there are services departing from Blantyre and arriving at Maputo via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 42m.

How far is it from Blantyre to Maputo?

The distance between Blantyre and Maputo is 1188 km. The road distance is 1714.3 km.

How do I travel from Blantyre to Maputo without a car?

The best way to get from Blantyre to Maputo without a car is to bus which takes 32h 42m and costs $195 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Blantyre to Maputo?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Blantyre to Maputo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blantyre to Maputo bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Blantyre to Maputo?

The best way to get from Blantyre to Maputo is to fly which takes 5h 34m and costs $420 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $195 - $210 and takes 32h 42m.

Where does the Blantyre to Maputo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blantyre to Maputo?

Yes, the driving distance between Blantyre to Maputo is 1714 km. It takes approximately 25h 50m to drive from Blantyre to Maputo.

Where can I stay near Maputo?

There are 119+ hotels available in Maputo.

Blantyre to Maputo - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Blantyre to Maputo 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 Chileka International Airport to Maputo International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)BLZ - MPM
5h 34m
$423–793
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blantyre to Johannesburg
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Maputo
32h 42m
$200–208
Drive 1,714.3 km
1. Drive from Blantyre to Maputo1,714.3 km
25h 50m
$301–435
Drive to Tete, fly to Maputo International Airport
1. Drive from Blantyre to Tete (TET)
2. Fly from Tete (TET) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)TET - MPM
5h 7m
$296–693
Fly Chileka International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)BLZ - MQP
2. Drive from Nelspruit-Airport-MQP to Maputo
7h 45m
$331–998
Bus via Karl Max Av
1. Take the bus from Blantyre to Johannesburg
2. Take the bus from Kerk St to Karl Max Av
34h 46m
$211–218
Bus via Maputo
1. Take the bus from Blantyre to Johannesburg
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Maputo
36h 7m
$204–236

Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) flights

14Weekly Planes

5h 27mAverage Duration

$325Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,187.6 km
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Blantyre, Malawi and Maputo, Mozambique?

Airlink and Ethiopian Airlines fly from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blantyre to Maputo via Johannesburg and Johannesburg in around 32h 42m.

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