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 $210 - $280 and takes 3 days 12h.

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 5h 15m and costs $440 - $1,400.

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 Wenela Bus Stn and arriving at Addis Ababa via RoadPort, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Koja and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 12h.

How far is it from Blantyre to Addis Ababa?

The distance between Blantyre and Addis Ababa is 2798 km. The road distance is 3496.3 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 3 days 12h and costs $210 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m 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 Trip Trans, depart from Wenela Bus Stn station.

Bus or fly from Blantyre to Addis Ababa?

The best way to get from Blantyre to Addis Ababa is to fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $440 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $280 and takes 3 days 12h.

Where does the Blantyre to Addis Ababa bus arrive?

Blantyre to Addis Ababa bus services, operated by Trip Trans, arrive at RoadPort station.

What is the time difference between Blantyre and Addis Ababa?

Addis Ababa is 1h ahead of Blantyre. It is currently 1:41 PM in Blantyre and 2:41 PM in Addis Ababa.

Can I drive from Blantyre to Addis Ababa?

Yes, the driving distance between Blantyre to Addis Ababa is 3496 km. It takes approximately 2 days 11h to drive from Blantyre to Addis Ababa.

Where can I stay near Addis Ababa?

There are 343+ hotels available in Addis Ababa.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)plane BLZ - ADD
5h 15m
$443–1,403
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wenela Bus Stn to RoadPortbus
2. Take the bus from RoadPort to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
4. Take the bus from Nairobi to Addis Abababus
3d 12h
$219–273
Drive 3,496.3 km
1. Drive from Blantyre to Addis Ababacar 3,496.3 km
2d 11h
$614–887

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

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5h 22mAverage Duration

$441Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,797.8 km
Duration: 5h 15m

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) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wenela Bus Stn to Addis Ababa via RoadPort, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Nairobi, Koja, Eastleigh Terminal, and Nairobi in around 3d 12h.

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