Are direct flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo always the best option?

Direct flights are often the most convenient, saving you time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more stops may offer lower fares, especially if you are willing to extend your travel time.

Can flexible travel dates help on Cape Town to Bulawayo flights?

Absolutely, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Mid-week flights or those during off-peak seasons are often less expensive. Using a flexible date search tool can help you identify the most affordable days to fly.

What extra costs should I check before booking Cape Town to Bulawayo flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. These additional fees can sometimes add up and affect the total price of your trip.

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Cape Town to Bulawayo: Overview

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 for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration accounts for the total travel time from departure to arrival. This route is classified as a medium-haul flight, covering a distance of 1,839 kilometers.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo, fares typically range from $300–$373, with a median price of $341. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, which can be an opportune time to find a good price. Currently, 1% of recent fares are classified as a good price for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo? The most affordable months to fly are typically November and October, both with a median fare of $292. September also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $293. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track these fluctuations effectively.

For flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo, most itineraries connect at least once. Currently, 0% of recent fares are for direct flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo, meaning you should expect at least one stopover on your journey. This is a common characteristic for this route, and connecting flights are the standard option available to travelers.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Regular price: $427 - $833

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo is between $427 and $833. The current lowest deal is $568 with Safair, for travel from Sep 6-Sep 13.

now $568

Low $427

High $833

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to BUQ is October, with a median price of $292. The most expensive month 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

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Airlink

South African Airways

Safair

TransAsia Airways

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Safair

$595

$594

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Safair

$441

$620

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

$491

$624

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

$486

$624

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Safair

$472

$619

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

$530

$624

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

$662 → $657

7 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 26

$595 → $594

7 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 13

$504 → $568

13%

2 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 8

$526 → $611

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Cape Town - Bulawayo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Cape Town to Bulawayo are below the typical level, with 1% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November and October are the cheapest months to fly, with median prices around $292.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 5h 45m

Flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo typically involve 1 stopover, with a median duration of 5h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with no direct flights available in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers the most deals

Airlink has offered 48 deals recently, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~19 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 option for flights from Cape Town.

📍 ~15 km from Bulawayo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$619

Airports nearby Bulawayo used as alternative

Harare International (HRE)

Harare International is a primary international gateway for Zimbabwe, offering more flight options than Bulawayo.

📍 ~360 km from Bulawayo (approx. 5-6 hours drive or short domestic flight).

💸 Flights from ~$379

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From CPT

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Sep 17

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

71% AI deal score

$2,677

$2,005

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Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

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Dec 05

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

66% AI deal score

$2,825

$2,761

Save $64

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Business Class

From CPT

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Sep 29

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

48% AI deal score

$2,668

$2,535

Save $133

From CPT

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Sep 24

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,350

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 17

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,352

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Business Class

From CPT

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Sep 21

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,352

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Business Class

From CPT

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Sep 18

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,362

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Business Class

From CPT

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Aug 21

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,363

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

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Aug 21

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,365

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Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 23

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,486

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Aug 27

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,513

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

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Aug 27

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,515

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

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 platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance can often lead to better prices, though the optimal booking window can vary. It's usually a good idea to monitor fare trends over several weeks. Avoiding peak travel seasons may also result in lower costs.

Yes, comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Cape Town to Bulawayo: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Regular price: $427 - $833

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo is between $427 and $833. The current lowest deal is $568 with Safair, for travel from Sep 6-Sep 13.

now $568

Low $427

High $833

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to BUQ is October, with a median price of $292. The most expensive month 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

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Airlink

South African Airways

Safair

TransAsia Airways

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Safair

$595

$594

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Safair

$441

$620

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

$491

$624

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

$486

$624

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Safair

$472

$619

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bulawayo

Cape Town (CPT) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

$530

$624

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

$662 → $657

7 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 26

$595 → $594

7 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 13

$504 → $568

13%

2 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 8

$526 → $611

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Cape Town - Bulawayo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Cape Town to Bulawayo are below the typical level, with 1% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November and October are the cheapest months to fly, with median prices around $292.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 5h 45m

Flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo typically involve 1 stopover, with a median duration of 5h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with no direct flights available in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers the most deals

Airlink has offered 48 deals recently, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~19 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 option for flights from Cape Town.

📍 ~15 km from Bulawayo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$619

Airports nearby Bulawayo used as alternative

Harare International (HRE)

Harare International is a primary international gateway for Zimbabwe, offering more flight options than Bulawayo.

📍 ~360 km from Bulawayo (approx. 5-6 hours drive or short domestic flight).

💸 Flights from ~$379

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bulawayo

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Bulawayo

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From CPT

Elite

Sep 17

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

71% AI deal score

$2,677

$2,005

Save $672

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 05

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

66% AI deal score

$2,825

$2,761

Save $64

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 29

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

48% AI deal score

$2,668

$2,535

Save $133

From CPT

Elite

Sep 24

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,350

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 17

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,352

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 21

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,352

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 18

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,362

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Aug 21

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,363

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Aug 21

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,365

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 23

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,486

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Aug 27

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,513

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Aug 27

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

43% AI deal score

$3,515

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bulawayo

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Cape Town to Bulawayo: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Bulawayo

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Direct flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Bulawayo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Cape Town - Bulawayo route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights take 5h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Airlink offers the most deals

Deals are frequent for this route

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Bulawayo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Bulawayo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bulawayo

Best Elite deals to Bulawayo

Sep 17

Dec 05

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bulawayo

How can I find cheap flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

When should I book flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

Are direct flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Cape Town to Bulawayo flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Cape Town to Bulawayo flights?

Related routes

More routes from Cape Town

Flights to Bulawayo from other cities

Cape Town to Bulawayo: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Bulawayo

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Direct flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Bulawayo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Cape Town - Bulawayo route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights take 5h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Airlink offers the most deals

Deals are frequent for this route

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Bulawayo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Bulawayo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bulawayo

Best Elite deals to Bulawayo

Sep 17

Dec 05

Sep 29

Sep 24

Sep 17

Sep 21

Sep 18

Aug 21

Aug 21

Sep 23

Aug 27

Aug 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bulawayo

How can I find cheap flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

When should I book flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo?