Are direct flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo always the best option?

Direct flights are often the most convenient option, as they save time and reduce the chance of missed connections. However, flights with layovers can sometimes be more economical. Weigh the trade-off between travel time, convenience, and cost when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Lusaka to Bulawayo flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices for airfare can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in noticeable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Lusaka 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 impact the overall cost of your trip.

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Lusaka to Bulawayo: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo

A typical journey from Lusaka to Bulawayo takes about 7h 50m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the overall travel time rather than a direct flight. Travelers should account for this when planning their schedule.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo, fares typically range from $498–$668, with a median of $557. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. There are currently no recent fares classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals may require flexibility.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Bulawayo? The most affordable month to fly is typically December, with a median fare of $368. Following December, January also offers competitive prices with a median of $491, and November is another option with a median of $500. These months present the best opportunities for lower fares.

Most itineraries for flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should expect to make at least one stop on your journey between these two cities.

The distance between Lusaka and Bulawayo is 521 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance means that while direct flights are not common, the overall travel time, including connections, remains manageable for regional travel.

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Regular price: $320 - $518

Prices for flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 320 USD and 518 USD. The current lowest deal is 635 USD with Kenya Airways, for travel from Oct 9-Oct 16.

now $635

Low $320

High $518

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Bulawayo

The cheapest month to fly from LUN to BUQ is December, with a median price of $368. The most expensive month to fly is August, with a median price of $694. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $368

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $694

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Regional Air Lines

Uganda Airlines

Qatar Airways

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$559

$714

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$637

$725

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$625

$710

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$655

$721

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$507

$695

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$512

$701

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 28 - Aug 29

$655 → $721

10%

4 nights

Aug 28 - Sep 1

$625 → $710

14%

3 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 29

$637 → $725

14%

6 nights

Aug 26 - Sep 1

$559 → $714

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Lusaka - Bulawayo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Lusaka to Bulawayo are above the typical level at $635.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $368.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 7h 50m

Flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo typically involve 1 stopover, with a median duration of 7h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

🏆 Airline highlight

Regional Air Lines offers 55 direct deals

Regional Air Lines has 55 direct deals, more than other airlines on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Median price is $557

The median price for this route is $557, with 25% of recent fares below $498.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Fly from Kenneth Kaunda International for direct access to Bulawayo, offering the cheapest flights.

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

💸 Flights from ~$651

Bulawayo main airports to arrive at

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ)

Cheapest

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights to Bulawayo.

📍 ~20 km from Bulawayo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$651

Airports nearby Bulawayo used as alternative

Harare International (HRE)

Cheapest

Harare International (HRE) is Zimbabwe's primary international hub, offering the most extensive route network.

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

💸 Flights from ~$216

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From LUN

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Sep 04

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

33% AI deal score

$4,215

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From LUN

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Sep 05

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

33% AI deal score

$8,141

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Sep 26

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

33% AI deal score

$9,973

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

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Sep 26

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

33% AI deal score

$9,973

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Sep 19

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

33% AI deal score

$10,634

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Sep 19

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

33% AI deal score

$10,634

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

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Sep 19

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

33% AI deal score

$10,678

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Sep 05

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

33% AI deal score

$10,721

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Sep 05

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

33% AI deal score

$10,722

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Oct 02

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

32% AI deal score

$4,312

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Oct 09

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

32% AI deal score

$4,506

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From LUN

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Oct 16

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

32% AI deal score

$5,575

Kenya Airways, +1

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 sites can also help you identify better deals. Often, booking in advance may lead to lower fares.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over a period may help you identify a good time to book. Last-minute deals can sometimes appear, but they are not guaranteed.

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

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Lusaka to Bulawayo: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Regular price: $320 - $518

Prices for flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 320 USD and 518 USD. The current lowest deal is 635 USD with Kenya Airways, for travel from Oct 9-Oct 16.

now $635

Low $320

High $518

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Bulawayo

December

Cheapest

Flights from $368

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $694

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Regional Air Lines

Uganda Airlines

Qatar Airways

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$559

$714

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$637

$725

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$625

$710

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$655

$721

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$507

$695

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Bulawayo

Lusaka (LUN) - Bulawayo (BUQ)

Qatar Airways, Regional Air Lines

$512

$701

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 28 - Aug 29

$655 → $721

10%

4 nights

Aug 28 - Sep 1

$625 → $710

14%

3 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 29

$637 → $725

14%

6 nights

Aug 26 - Sep 1

$559 → $714

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Lusaka - Bulawayo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Lusaka to Bulawayo are above the typical level at $635.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $368.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 7h 50m

Flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo typically involve 1 stopover, with a median duration of 7h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

🏆 Airline highlight

Regional Air Lines offers 55 direct deals

Regional Air Lines has 55 direct deals, more than other airlines on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Median price is $557

The median price for this route is $557, with 25% of recent fares below $498.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Fly from Kenneth Kaunda International for direct access to Bulawayo, offering the cheapest flights.

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

💸 Flights from ~$651

Bulawayo main airports to arrive at

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ)

Cheapest

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights to Bulawayo.

📍 ~20 km from Bulawayo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$651

Airports nearby Bulawayo used as alternative

Harare International (HRE)

Cheapest

Harare International (HRE) is Zimbabwe's primary international hub, offering the most extensive route network.

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

💸 Flights from ~$216

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

32% AI deal score

$5,575

Kenya Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bulawayo

Cheap Flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Today’s best flight deals from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Lusaka to Bulawayo: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Bulawayo

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Direct flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Bulawayo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Lusaka - Bulawayo route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

December is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 7h 50m

Deals are frequent

Regional Air Lines offers 55 direct deals

Median price is $557

Lusaka 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bulawayo

How can I find cheap flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo?

When should I book flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo?

Are direct flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Lusaka to Bulawayo flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Lusaka

Flights to Bulawayo from other cities

Lusaka to Bulawayo: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Bulawayo

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Direct flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Bulawayo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Bulawayo

Lusaka - Bulawayo route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

December is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 7h 50m

Deals are frequent

Regional Air Lines offers 55 direct deals

Median price is $557

Lusaka 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 04

Sep 05

Sep 26

Sep 26

Sep 19

Sep 19

Sep 19

Sep 05

Sep 05

Oct 02

Oct 09

Oct 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bulawayo

How can I find cheap flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo?

When should I book flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Lusaka to Bulawayo?