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Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Cape Town to Bulawayo

September 7 - September 9

Cheapest
Earliest

CPT - Bulawayo

$504

$619

Round trip

September 7 - October 5

Cheapest
Earliest

CPT - Bulawayo

$456

$619

Round trip

September 8 - September 9

Cheapest

CPT - Bulawayo

$503

$619

Round trip

September 8 - October 5

Cheapest

CPT - Bulawayo

$456

$619

Round trip

November 17 - November 18

CPT - Bulawayo

$444

$620

Round trip

November 17 - December 6

CPT - Bulawayo

$426

$620

Round trip

December 2 - December 6

Best

CPT - Bulawayo

$540

$620

Round trip

October 21 - November 18

CPT - Bulawayo

$459

$620

Round trip

October 21 - November 4

CPT - Bulawayo

$466

$620

Round trip

November 7 - November 11

CPT - Bulawayo

$448

$621

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

A typical journey from Cape Town to Bulawayo takes about 5h 45m, including connections. Given that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect. This route covers a distance of 1839 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.
For those seeking cheap flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo, the fares right now are near the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $301–$374, with a median of $345. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you monitor fluctuations.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo? The most affordable months to travel are typically November and October, both with a median fare of $292. Following closely is September, with a median fare of $293. These months offer the best opportunities for lower prices on this route.
Regarding direct flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo, most itineraries connect at least once, as only 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connections are involved, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should anticipate at least one stop on your journey between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Regular price: $427 - $778

Prices for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $427 and $778. The current lowest deal is $619 with Airfreight Express, for travel from Sep 7 to Sep 9.

now $619

Low $427

High $778

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Flights from CPT to BUQ are cheapest in October, with a median price of $292. The most expensive month to fly is April, with a median price of $374. Prices are generally lower from July to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $292

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $374

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Direct flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

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Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Safair

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Safair

$554

$635

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Safair

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Safair

$518

$663

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Safair

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Safair

$515

$661

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Airfreight ExpressAirfreight Express

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Airfreight Express, Airlink

$542

$735

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Airfreight ExpressAirfreight Express

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Airfreight Express, Airlink

$540

$801

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

SafairSafair

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Safair, Airlink

$536

$818

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

$540  →  $620

15%

3 nights

Jun 17 - Jun 20

$554  →  $635

15%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$504  →  $619

23%

1 night

Sep 8 - Sep 9

$503  →  $619

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Cape Town - Bulawayo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Cape Town to Bulawayo are near the typical level of $345.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $292.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 5h 45m

Flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo typically take 5h 45m, with 1 stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available on this route. Consider flights with 1 or more stops.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers connecting flights

Airlink has historically offered connecting flights on the Cape Town to Bulawayo route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo appear frequently, about 0.53 deals per day.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$619

Bulawayo main airports to arrive at

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ)

Cheapest

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport is a good arrival choice for Bulawayo.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$619

Airports nearby Bulawayo used as alternative

Harare International (HRE)

Cheapest

Harare International is a primary international hub for Zimbabwe, offering an extensive route network within the same country.

📍 ~356 km from Bulawayo (requires a significant drive or domestic flight).

💸 Flights from ~$376

Victoria Falls International (VFA)

Victoria Falls International is a major international gateway within Zimbabwe with good connectivity to regional hubs.

📍 ~270 km from Bulawayo.

💸 Flights from ~$412

Francistown (FRW)

Francistown is geographically the closest alternative airport to Bulawayo, useful for specific regional connections into Botswana.

📍 ~165 km from Bulawayo (requires crossing an international border).

💸 Flights from ~$685

Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International (LVI)

Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International is an alternative international gateway near the Zimbabwe-Zambia border.

📍 ~390 km from Bulawayo (requires crossing into Zambia).

💸 Flights from ~$604

Polokwane International (PTG)

Polokwane International is an alternative for travelers heading south into South Africa by road.

📍 ~410 km from Bulawayo (requires crossing the Beitbridge border post).

💸 Flights from ~$397

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bulawayo

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor fares. The ideal booking time can vary depending on various factors.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your ground travel, it could potentially lead to savings. Always consider the total cost and convenience when evaluating this option.