Travelling from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport is 45 minutes.
Victoria Falls and Bulawayo follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
To ensure you catch your VFA to BUQ flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air Zimbabwe offers direct flights from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Bulawayo — and maybe even more of Zimbabwe if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Air Zimbabwe on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
R 2,144 is the best price for a one-way Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,965. These fares may change based on availability.
Book eight months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from VFA to BUQ.
The cheapest month for flights from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from VFA to BUQ.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport.
Handy information about Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
81.21% of flights departing from Victoria Falls Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when setting off from VFA.
Victoria Falls Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Victoria Falls. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near VFA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
Get off your Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport flight and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a convenient option that's not too far from BUQ, unpack your bags at 456 Hopeville Escape.
Grab a Bulawayo Airport rental car and explore Bulawayo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Budget and Keddy By Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Bulawayo Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to central Bulawayo
Bulawayo Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Bulawayo. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bulawayo. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Bulawayo, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VFA to BUQ in July. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Harare is just one of the many cities in Zimbabwe waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bulawayo. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Harare Gardens, Chapungu Sculpture Park and Wild Is Life Trust and ZEN.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Bulawayo, Chitungwiza is another essential stop in Zimbabwe. Start your sightseeing at Bradley Connect, st mary's park and garden and SAFARI IN AFRICA AND VOLUNTEERING.