Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ): what you need to know
Bulawayo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Bulawayo nine hours behind Sydney.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SYD to BUQ flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bulawayo Airport flight is Rs268,431. A return fare is currently Rs505,916. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to BUQ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bulawayo Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check 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 better deal on cheap flights from SYD to BUQ.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that take off from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bulawayo Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
Hop off your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bulawayo Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you need a comfy option that's not too far from BUQ, unpack your bags at 456 Hopeville Escape.
Travel at your own speed with a Bulawayo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Keddy By Europcar and find adventure across Bulawayo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Bulawayo Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to central Bulawayo
Bulawayo Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Bulawayo. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bulawayo Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Bulawayo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bulawayo Airport for October if you want to go to Bulawayo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to BUQ in July. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 24ºC then.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Harare is just one of the many cities in Zimbabwe waiting to be discovered once you've seen Bulawayo. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Harare Gardens, Chapungu Sculpture Park and Wild Is Life Trust and ZEN.
Chitungwiza is another standout destination in Zimbabwe and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Bulawayo. No trip is complete without dropping by Bradley Connect, st mary's park and garden and SAFARI IN AFRICA AND VOLUNTEERING.
