Travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ): what you need to know
Bulawayo is eight hours ahead of Calgary and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your YYC to BUQ flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Bulawayo Airport flight is R 18,929. A return ticket is currently R 35,410. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from YYC to BUQ, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Calgary International Airport to Bulawayo Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from YYC to BUQ.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Calgary International Airport to Bulawayo Airport.
Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Of all flights departing from Calgary International Airport, 65.39% touch down on time at their destination.
Calgary International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to YYC? If you're catching an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Bulawayo Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
Hop off your Calgary International Airport to Bulawayo Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a handy option that's not too far from BUQ, head for 456 Hopeville Escape.
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bulawayo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Keddy By Europcar to explore Bulawayo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Bulawayo Airport around two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to central Bulawayo
Bulawayo Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Bulawayo. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Bulawayo Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Bulawayo in February.
Before locking in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Bulawayo Airport, think about the type of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Bulawayo, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYC to BUQ in July. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
You've done Bulawayo, now it's time to discover other parts of Zimbabwe. Journey about 370 kilometres north-east to Harare to check off its top attractions. From Harare Gardens to Chapungu Sculpture Park and Wild Is Life Trust and ZEN, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Bulawayo, Chitungwiza is another essential stop in Zimbabwe. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Bradley Connect, st mary's park and garden and SAFARI IN AFRICA AND VOLUNTEERING.
