Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

Yes, direct flights are commonly available from Johannesburg to Bulawayo. Historically, approximately 71.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving a stopover, travelers typically experienced 1 stop. This indicates a strong likelihood of finding a non-stop option for your trip.

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo has a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes. This route covers a distance of 682 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time historically extends to 10 hours and 40 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

Historically, good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo have been frequent. This route is classified as offering frequent deals. This suggests that travelers have a good chance of finding favorable fares when searching for flights between these two cities. The pricing trends across the trailing 30 days support this classification.

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Johannesburg to Bulawayo: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo cover a distance of 682 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo typically range from $195–$431, with a median of $389. Current fares are near the typical level, and about 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Bulawayo, the data indicates that November is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $195. Following closely are October, with a median fare of $196, and July, with a median fare of $197.

For this route, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 71.6% of recent fares being direct flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo. When connecting itineraries do occur, they typically involve 1 stopover.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Bulawayo takes approximately 1h 15m. This duration reflects the median flight time for all itineraries, including the majority of direct flights on this route.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Regular price: $272 - $449

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

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo is between $272 and $449. The current lowest deal is $345 with Regional Air Lines for travel from Sep 8-Sep 15.

now $345

Low $272

High $449

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to BUQ is October, with a median price of $196. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $396. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $196

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $396

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

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Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Regional Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Sat, Jul 25

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

$410

$398

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Regional Air Lines

$444

$375

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Regional Air Lines

$428

$384

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Regional Air Lines

$449

$386

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Regional Air Lines

$449

$392

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Regional Air Lines

$447

$398

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

3 nights

Jul 30 - Aug 2

$443 → $371

16%

4 nights

Jul 26 - Jul 30

$444 → $375

16%

3 nights

Jul 27 - Jul 30

$447 → $383

14%

2 nights

Jul 26 - Jul 28

$449 → $386

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Johannesburg - Bulawayo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Bulawayo are near the typical level of $389.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $196.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 15m

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo takes 1h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

71.6% of recent flights are direct

Most recent flights are direct, with Regional Air Lines offering direct routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

Regional Air Lines offers direct flights

Regional Air Lines provides direct flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo are frequent, appearing often.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International offers a convenient departure point for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$343

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International is another option for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo.

📍 ~32 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$996

Bulawayo main airports to arrive at

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ)

Cheapest

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport is a convenient arrival airport for Bulawayo.

📍 ~13 km from Bulawayo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$343

Airports nearby Bulawayo used as alternative

Harare International (HRE)

Cheapest

Harare International is Zimbabwe's primary international gateway, offering significantly more flight options than Bulawayo.

📍 ~370 km from Bulawayo (reachable by car or domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$177

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bulawayo

Historically, booking more than 60 days in advance has typically yielded the lowest average prices for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo, with an average price of $302. Prices tend to increase closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $534. For travelers planning 7-13 days ahead, the average price was $310. This trend suggests that securing your flight well in advance can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo has historically been around $195. The median price for this route was $389. Prices higher than $431 were observed in the trailing 90 days. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $195 threshold.

Historically, November has shown to be the cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo, with a median price of $195. October also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $196. The annual median price for this route was $389. These trends suggest that planning your travel during these months could result in lower costs.

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Johannesburg to Bulawayo: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Regular price: $272 - $449

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

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo is between $272 and $449. The current lowest deal is $345 with Regional Air Lines for travel from Sep 8-Sep 15.

now $345

Low $272

High $449

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to BUQ is October, with a median price of $196. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $396. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $196

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $396

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Regional Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Sat, Jul 25

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

$410

$398

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Regional Air Lines

$444

$375

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Regional Air Lines

$428

$384

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Regional Air Lines

$449

$386

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Regional Air Lines

$449

$392

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bulawayo

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Regional Air Lines

$447

$398

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

3 nights

Jul 30 - Aug 2

$443 → $371

16%

4 nights

Jul 26 - Jul 30

$444 → $375

16%

3 nights

Jul 27 - Jul 30

$447 → $383

14%

2 nights

Jul 26 - Jul 28

$449 → $386

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Bulawayo