How far do most flights from Bulawayo go?

In the trailing 90 days, the majority of flights from Bulawayo have historically been long-haul, accounting for 72% of all routes. Medium-haul flights make up 16% of the routes. Short-haul flights represent a smaller portion, typically around 12% of the total, indicating a preference for longer distances from this origin.

Which countries have the cheapest places to fly from Bulawayo?

Historically, some of the most affordable places to fly from Bulawayo are found in South Africa, with Johannesburg having a median price of $315. Mozambique also offers competitive prices, with flights to Maputo typically costing around $412. Other relatively inexpensive options include Harare in Zimbabwe at a median price of $423, Gaborone in Botswana for $464, and Lusaka in Zambia, which typically costs $498, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

When are flights from Bulawayo at their lowest price?

Historically, August is typically the cheapest month to fly from Bulawayo, with an average price of $623. This represents a significant saving of 47% compared to the annual median average price of $1184. January is also a historically inexpensive month, with average prices around $698, offering another opportunity for more affordable travel.

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BUQ
Harare
Zimbabwe • 2027-01-31
34% AI deal score
$89
$159
One-way
BUQ
Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe • 2027-03-19
35% AI deal score
$90
$159
One-way
BUQ
Johannesburg
South Africa • 2026-11-24
35% AI deal score
$137
$223
One-way
BUQ
Durban
South Africa • 2026-09-26
41% AI deal score
$242
$294
One-way
BUQ
Port Elizabeth
South Africa • 2026-09-29
43% AI deal score
$260
$307
One-way
BUQ
Nelspruit
South Africa • 2026-09-11
38% AI deal score
$276
$310
One-way
BUQ
Cape Town
South Africa • 2027-07-19
67% AI deal score
$344
$318
One-way
BUQ
Gaborone
Botswana • 2026-09-28
36% AI deal score
$296
$343
One-way
BUQ
Lusaka
Zambia • 2026-09-24
36% AI deal score
$264
$348
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Maputo
Mozambique • 2026-09-29
38% AI deal score
$344
$409
One-way

Flights from Bulawayo: Overview

Insights for flights from Bulawayo

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Bulawayo, the most frequently discounted destination over the last 90 days is Harare, Zimbabwe. Other popular routes include Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Hamburg, Germany, indicating a diverse range of international interest from Bulawayo.

Right now, the cheapest fares from Bulawayo start at $308 for flights to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, and also $308 for flights to Harare, Zimbabwe. You can also find fares to Johannesburg, South Africa, starting from $403. These prices represent the lowest roundtrip options available.

Travelers from Bulawayo can reach 52 unique cities across 34 countries. Over the last 90 days, the top three countries by share of recent fares are Zimbabwe, accounting for 37%, followed by South Africa with 25%, and Namibia at 11%. This highlights strong regional connectivity within Southern Africa, alongside broader international reach.

Only 7.8% of recent flights from Bulawayo are direct, meaning the vast majority of routes involve at least one stop. If you are looking for direct flights from Bulawayo, you will find that connecting flights are the dominant option for most destinations.

The flight distances from Bulawayo are predominantly long-haul, with 72% of routes classified as long-distance international trips. Medium-haul flights make up 16% of the routes, while short-haul flights account for 12% of the total, indicating that most journeys from Bulawayo cover significant distances.

Most popular airlines from Bulawayo

Air Zimbabwe

TAAG Angola Airlines

South African Airways

Kenya Airways

TAM Mercosur

Ethiopian Airlines

Emirates Airlines

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from Bulawayo soon

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Frankfurt

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,145

$1,048

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Brisbane

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Brisbane (BNE)

Qatar Airways

$1,926

$1,792

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Rome

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Rome (FCO)

Emirates Airlines

$1,276

$1,368

One-way

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Düsseldorf

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Düsseldorf (DUS)

Qatar Airways

$1,338

$1,406

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Manchester

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Manchester (MAN)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,269

$1,276

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Istanbul

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$1,260

$1,404

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Bulawayo

New York

TOP

United States • Dec 2026

from

$1,239

Dubai

TOP

United Arab Emirates • Oct 2026

from

$570

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Sep 2026

from

$1,029

Beijing

TOP

China • Aug 2026

from

$1,607

Kigali

TOP

Rwanda • Nov 2026

from

$543

Vienna

TOP

Austria • Oct 2026

from

$1,028

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Bulawayo

-27%

BUQ - Toronto

$1,687 → $1,238

-18%

BUQ - Tokyo

$1,923 → $1,576

-14%

BUQ - Shanghai

$1,589 → $1,370

-19%

BUQ - Cairo

$1,073 → $869

Popular Airports from Bulawayo

Bulawayo airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Sun - Sat - Tue

Flights from Burqin are cheapest on Sunday, Saturday, and Tuesday, with fares as low as $121.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$159 direct / ~$308 roundtrip

The cheapest fares from Bulawayo are found on routes to Zimbabwe and South Africa.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Air Zimbabwe, Regional Air Lines, Airlink, Air Tanzania

Regional and international carriers offer diverse flight options from Bulawayo.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance offers the lowest median fare for flights from Burao.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Jan, Mar

Flights from Burqin tend to be cheaper in Jan and Mar.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Victoria Falls

Flights from Bulawayo to Victoria Falls start at $159 for a direct one-way trip.

Bulawayo main airports to depart from

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ)

Cheapest

This airport is suitable for travelers flying to or from Bulawayo and surrounding regions.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$334

Airports nearby Bulawayo used as alternative

Harare International (HRE)

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

📍 ~356 km from Bulawayo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$176

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Booking Flights from Bulawayo: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations are available from Bulawayo for under $500. For example, flights to Johannesburg typically have a median price of $315. Other options include Bloemfontein, with a median price of $329, and Nelspruit, at a median price of $340. Travelers can also find deals to Durban for around $361 and Port Elizabeth for $365, based on pricing across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, flights from Bulawayo have historically reached 52 unique cities. These destinations span 34 different countries. Zimbabwe accounts for 37% of the available routes, while South Africa represents 25% of the flight options. Namibia is also a notable destination, making up 11% of the available routes.

Historically, the most frequently served destinations from Bulawayo include Harare in Zimbabwe. Another popular route is to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. Hamburg, Germany, also ranks among the top destinations for flights originating from Bulawayo, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

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