Flying from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to Harare Airport (HRE): what you need to know
Around 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Bulawayo Airport to Harare Airport.
Harare's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bulawayo.
Flights from BUQ to HRE start from 07:20 — the first with Fastjet Zimbabwe. The last service of the day is at 18:40 with Fastjet Zimbabwe. Overall, there are 20 weekly Bulawayo Airport to Harare Airport flights.
Your BUQ to HRE flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Fastjet Zimbabwe offers direct flights from Bulawayo Airport to Harare Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Harare — and maybe even more of Zimbabwe if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Fastjet Zimbabwe on this route.
Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Bulawayo Airport to Harare Airport. Addis Ababa Airport is a popular stopover on the BUQ to HRE route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to Harare Airport (HRE)
Right now, Rs44,256 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bulawayo Airport to Harare Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs88,767. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book one month before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BUQ to HRE.
The cheapest month for flights from Bulawayo Airport to Harare Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BUQ to HRE.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bulawayo Airport to Harare Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
Of the departures from Bulawayo Airport, 72% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Bulawayo Airport from central Bulawayo, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Searching for a place to stay before your flight from Bulawayo Airport to Harare Airport? Consider Knovi Guesthouse. Enjoy a good night's rest here before making your way to BUQ.
Arriving at Harare Airport (HRE)
If you have a late Bulawayo Airport to Harare Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near HRE:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Harare Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Budget to explore Harare and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Harare Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Harare Airport (HRE)
The quietest month for a flight from Bulawayo Airport to Harare Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Harare based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Bulawayo Airport to Harare Airport for October if you want to visit Harare during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 31ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BUQ to HRE sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Bulawayo is just one of the many places in Zimbabwe waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Harare. Around 370 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Matobo National Park, St Johns Cathedral and Silwane Nature Reserve.
Have time for another stop? Make your way to Chitungwiza. It's located about 19 kilometres south of Harare and is known for highlights like Lost Balancing Rocks.
