Travelling from Belfast to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE): What you need to know
Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport is located in Harare. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of Belfast.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Belfast to HRE.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Belfast International Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights complete their journey on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to HRE flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.
About Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
Book a hotel close to HRE if you have a late flight from Belfast to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport. Select one of these options and end the night sooner:
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Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks before your Belfast to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE) to central Harare
From Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport, central Harare is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport is R 11,764. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 21,622. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Belfast to HRE, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Belfast to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. September is the quietest month to visit Harare. December is when most people book flights from Belfast to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Harare is October, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Belfast to HRE plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July sees temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Harare
Start your Harare trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to RG Mugabe International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Harare trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you won't want to miss include Matusadona National Park, National Botanic Gardens and Thetford Game Reserve.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Harare will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Zimbabwe you'll want to see. About 209 kilometres southeast of Harare, a trip to Mutare will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like MURAHWA HILL NATURE RESERVE, Holy Trinity Catholic Cathedral and Murahwa Hill's.
Gweru is another standout destination in Zimbabwe and is around 225 kilometres southwest of Harare. No journey is complete without a visit to Kumadhaka Adventure Park, Midlands Museum and Mutorashanga Quarry.