Bolt crossed first in 20.18secs in his semi-final and the Olympic 100m gold medallist will renew his rivalry with training partner Blake, who won in 20.01secs, despite easing back in the last few yards.
But there was disappointment for Britain's Christian Malcolm as he failed to qualify after finishing his heat in third place in a time of 20.51.
"The aim was all about just getting through," said Bolt. "I wanted to run the corner so I really pushed myself in the first 70 metres and then I tried to take it easier."
When asked if the world record time of 19.19sec could tumble in the final, he added: "It's a possibility, definitely. I can't say but the track is fast, it's going to be a good race."
But an equally confident Blake said: "I think I gave away the 100 because I tied up a bit but I think in the 200m anything is possible."
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