Travelling from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Bulawayo Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Bulawayo's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg.
Choose from 34 weekly Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Bulawayo Airport flights. The 06:50 departure with Fastjet Zimbabwe is the earliest available. Fastjet Zimbabwe operates the last service of the day at 16:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your JNB to BUQ flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airlink is your gateway to discovering Bulawayo (and perhaps some other great parts of Zimbabwe!). Browse the direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Bulawayo Airport offered by this carrier.
Airlink tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering JNB to BUQ flights is Airlink. Its services land without delay 67.03% of the time.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Bulawayo Airport. Many passengers pass through Addis Ababa Airport when flying between JNB and BUQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Bulawayo Airport flight is R 2,666. A return ticket is currently R 5,451. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from JNB to BUQ by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Bulawayo Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
Of all flights leaving Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, 75% land on time at their destination.
Central Johannesburg to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Bulawayo Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to JNB:
Arriving at Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
After your Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Bulawayo Airport flight has landed, kick back and relax at a hotel close by. Knovi Guesthouse is a convenient option within easy reach of BUQ.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bulawayo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Bulawayo's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Bulawayo Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to central Bulawayo
Bulawayo Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Bulawayo. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Bulawayo Airport. December is the most popular month to visit Bulawayo. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Bulawayo Airport for October if you'd like to visit Bulawayo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JNB to BUQ around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
You've seen Bulawayo, now it's time to discover more of Zimbabwe. Travel around 370 kilometres north-east to Harare to tick off its must-visit sights. From Matusadona National Park to National Botanic Gardens and Thetford Game Reserve, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Next? Set off for Chitungwiza. It's located about 354 kilometres north-east of Bulawayo and features highlights like Lost Balancing Rocks.











