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$249 Find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

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Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Bulawayo (JNB-BUQ)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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6:50 am - 8:10 amJNB-BUQ
1h 20mnonstop
6:10 pm - 7:30 pmBUQ-JNB
1h 20mnonstop
$249fastjet
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Fri, Jul 26 - Sun, Sep 1
6:50 am - 8:10 amJNB-BUQ
1h 20mnonstop
6:10 pm - 7:30 pmBUQ-JNB
1h 20mnonstop
$258fastjet
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Fri, Jul 26 - Sun, Sep 1
2:25 pm - 3:45 pmJNB-BUQ
1h 20mnonstop
12:35 pm - 1:55 pmBUQ-JNB
1h 20mnonstop
$293Airlink
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Tue, May 28 - Tue, Jun 4
6:50 am - 8:10 amJNB-BUQ
1h 20mnonstop
7:20 am - 8:05 amBUQ-JNB
24h 45m1 stop
$312fastjet
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Thu, May 30 - Thu, Jun 6
6:50 am - 8:10 amJNB-BUQ
1h 20mnonstop
6:30 pm - 8:05 amBUQ-JNB
13h 35m1 stop
$322fastjet
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Fri, Jul 26 - Sun, Sep 1
6:50 am - 8:10 amJNB-BUQ
1h 20mnonstop
6:30 pm - 8:05 amBUQ-JNB
13h 35m1 stop
$326fastjet
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Fri, Jul 26 - Mon, Sep 2
3:15 pm - 6:50 amJNB-BUQ
15h 35m1 stop
6:10 pm - 7:30 pmBUQ-JNB
1h 20mnonstop
$456Hahn Air Systems
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Tue, May 28 - Tue, Jun 4
3:15 pm - 6:50 amJNB-BUQ
15h 35m1 stop
7:20 am - 8:05 amBUQ-JNB
24h 45m1 stop
$546Hahn Air Systems
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Tue, May 28 - Tue, Jun 4
7:30 pm - 6:00 pmJNB-BUQ
22h 30m2 stops
7:20 am - 11:40 amBUQ-JNB
4h 20m1 stop
Thu, May 30 - Thu, Jun 6
11:00 pm - 12:50 pmJNB-BUQ
13h 50m1 stop
3:15 pm - 9:30 amBUQ-JNB
18h 15m2 stops
$1,119
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Fri, Jul 26 - Sun, Sep 1

Flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

The average price of all flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Johannesburg to Bulawayo, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Bulawayo back to Johannesburg, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Saturday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo is June, where tickets cost $278 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, where the average cost of tickets is $343 and $312 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 80 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Hahn Air Systems ($269) and Ethiopian Air ($461). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on fastjet ($249) and Airlink ($293).

Which airlines fly non-stop between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Bulawayo?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo.
There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo. They are Airlink and fastjet. The cheapest airline for this route is Airlink, with the best one-way deal found costing $240. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Airlink.

How many flights are there between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Bulawayo per day?

Each day, there are between 2 and 5 nonstop flights that take off from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and land in Bulawayo, with an average flight time of 1h 20m. The most common departure time is 2:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 28 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Bulawayo?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo take?

A direct flight to Bulawayo will take on average 1h 20m to travel the 423 miles flying distance from Johannesburg.

What’s the earliest departure time from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at 6:50 am and will be landing in Bulawayo at 8:10 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo jets off at 4:15 pm and lands at 5:35 pm.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$249
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
Flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to Bulawayo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Bulawayo flights

  • Should I wrap my bags for a flight to Bulawayo?

    It is always advisable to wrap bags in transit, even on short trips. Johannesburg O. R. Tambo has wrapping stations at every departure terminal, which can be used for both regular and irregular package shapes. They will also insert a flat surface base to ensure it qualifies to be left in the hold.

  • Can my child travel unaccompanied on Fastjet?

    Young teens from the ages of 12 to 15 years of age are welcome to travel unaccompanied on Fastjet. If the child is younger, they will need to be accompanied by a person that is 16 years or older or book the Junior Explorer Unaccompanied Minor service. To make arrangements for your young teen to travel solo, contact the airline, who will have a cabin crew meet them at the airport and escort them to their seat until such time as they can hand them to their guardian in Bulawayo.

  • I would like to arrange a wheelchair with Airlink. What is the best way to do so?

    You can book a request for a free wheelchair with Airlink between 07:00 and 17:00, Monday to Friday, at least three days prior to your flight. You will find assistance with wheelchair provisions and ramps and stairs on offer, no matter what type of wheelchair you will need. You can also book cabin crew assistance once you have your wheelchair, to ensure you are appropriately helped on and off the plane.

  • Can I hire a car at Bulawayo Airport?

    Zimbabwe is a fantastic country to enjoy a road trip and a hire car is a wonderful idea if you are looking for some adventure on your holiday. There is an Avis desk at the airport to hire your car, but ensure your paperwork is up to date and you have a credit card to make the payment.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo was $269 for a one-way ticket and $249 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Johannesburg and Bulawayo?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    Johannesburg and Bulawayo are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Johannesburg from Johannesburg OR Tambo and will be arriving at Bulawayo.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    The Embraer ERJ-145 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Johannesburg to Bulawayo flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Johannesburg and Bulawayo, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    There are nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo, Airlink or fastjet?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo are Airlink and fastjet. With an average price for the route of $303 and an overall rating of 8.3, Airlink is the most popular choice. fastjet is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $317 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Bulawayo from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Bulawayo with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline. Booking your flights between Johannesburg and BUQ can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Bulawayo from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from JNB to Bulawayo

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $143 or less one-way and $247 or less round-trip.
  • O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), in Johannesburg, is a world-class airport from which to enjoy flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo. You can reach it with public transportation by taking the super-fast Gautrain, which runs from select stations in the Johannesburg metropolis, including Midrand, Marlboro, Sandton and Rosebank.
  • There are many luxury lounges to relax in at Johannesburg Airport before your flight to Bulawayo, such as Bidvest Premier Lounge, Mashonzha Premium Lounge and Shongololo Premium Lounge. These air-conditioned lounges offer drinks, refreshments, reading materials, flight information monitors, showers, Wi-Fi, television and more.
  • Airlink will allow you to take your emotional or support animal with you in the cabin when you fly from Johannesburg to Bulawayo. Alert the airline beforehand and ensure you fill out the appropriate documentation, which will involve vaccination and training certification. Once you have received clearance, they can sit at your feet in the cabin during the flight.
  • If you would like to eat during your flight with Fastjet, you will find the airline provides a snack for this short, direct flight. However, you are more than welcome to bring food and snacks on board. Please note there is a 100 ml limit on liquids, which includes soups.
  • When you arrive at Bulawayo Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ), you will find the journey downtown is rather quick, only 11 miles long. It is advisable that you arrange a shuttle, taxi or hire a car to take you downtown, as public transportation can be unreliable. Taxis are freely available at the arrivals terminal of the airport.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

Find which airlines fly direct from OR Tambo to Bulawayo, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bulawayo

Monday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

Tuesday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

Wednesday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

Thursday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

Friday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

Saturday

Airlink, British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Airlink, British Airways, +2 more

Sunday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

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Nonstop returns

Bulawayo to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

Tuesday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

Wednesday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

Thursday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

Friday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

Saturday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

Sunday

Airlink, British Airways, Emirates, +3 more

Airlink, British Airways, +4 more

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Top 3 airlines serving from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bulawayo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Johannesburg to Bulawayo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.3
AirlinkOverall score based on 76 reviews
7.5Food
8.2Comfort
8.2Boarding
8.8Crew
6.3Entertainment
Airline reviews

It was a great experience , it was quick and on time

10.0 ExcellentSimbarashe, Jan 2024GBE - JNB
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It was a great experience , it was quick and on time

this route is more expensive than you would expect. Boarding, disembarking was easy and fast. Cabin crew was friendly. Seats are small

The meal was excellent and well suited to a short journey.

Original flight was delayed due to technical issue. Very poor communication. The manager only appeared when we were climbing on board the plane.This resulted in us missing our follow on flight also with Airlink. No ticket issued from Skukuza and no assistance when we landed to address the issue. We had to make our own arrangements and go to their sales desk. Again they had no knowledge of the flight delay and of any passengers that had connecting flights. The lady (unfortunately with all the STRESS I have forgotten her name) at the counter was extremely helpful and is an excellent example of the type of employee Airlink need to promote and employ. Our luggage was in limbo due to all the missing information and assistance. We had to resort to buying extra tickets from South African Airways who were extremely helpful. I work at an airport so am familiar with its workings. I will infuture be looking for alternative flights.

Airline is the best airline experience I’ve ever had.

My flight was good no comments Crew members were good Flight on schedule even earlier at some point Thanks

Easy boarding, smooth flight, friendly and helpful attendants. As with every other airline, there isn't enough leg room to be comfortable. Food was adequate.

Easy short flight from Johannesburg to Harare. Boarding was slow, flight attendants were friendly. They did a meal service on this short flight, including wine, which was pretty cool.

Flight was moved forward by 2 hours with 3 days notice. This meant I could not connect from flight from Johannesburg. So did not take the flight and drove to Kasane. Will never use Air Botswana unless absolutely necessary. Mark

There was no entertainment, but that is not expected on a flight less than 2 1/2 hours. Uber clean aircraft, good boxed meal and friendly flight attendants. Very please with the experience

Left early, arrived early, great crew, even had all our luggage which is always a bonus when Johannesburg is involved.

I lost my checkin baggage from Harare to Johannesburg. I nearly missed my connection flight. The plane was delayed for more than 2 hours without any communication from the team on the ground.

I arrived at the airport and the flight did not exist

They find a way to Nickel and dime you in all creative ways. The boarding crew seems to have target collection amount. If you are flying internationally, avoid them at all costs.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Johannesburg to Bulawayo found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
8/13Tue
1 stopHahn Air Systems
26h 45mJNB-BUQ
$269
9/20Fri
1 stopEthiopian Air
13h 50mJNB-BUQ
$461
9/20Fri
1 stopEthiopian Air
13h 50mJNB-BUQ
$463
7/17Wed
1 stop
20h 50mJNB-BUQ
$476
7/12Fri
1 stop
20h 50mJNB-BUQ
$482
7/14Sun
1 stop
8h 00mJNB-BUQ
$484
7/15Mon
1 stop
8h 00mJNB-BUQ
$490
7/16Tue
1 stop
8h 00mJNB-BUQ
$495
8/13Tue
2 stopsHahn Air Systems
6h 50mJNB-BUQ
$585
7/14Sun
2 stops
17h 50mJNB-BUQ
$1,021

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Last minute flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/2Thu
nonstopfastjet
1h 20mJNB-BUQ
5/6Mon
nonstopfastjet
1h 20mBUQ-JNB
$292
5/2Thu
nonstopfastjet
1h 20mJNB-BUQ
5/6Mon
multi-stopfastjet
16h 55mBUQ-JNB
$358
5/2Thu
multi-stopfastjet
12h 20mJNB-BUQ
5/6Mon
multi-stopfastjet
14h 35mBUQ-JNB
$527
5/2Thu
multi-stop
24h 00mJNB-BUQ
5/6Mon
nonstop
1h 20mBUQ-JNB
$605
5/2Thu
multi-stop
24h 00mJNB-BUQ
5/6Mon
multi-stop
4h 20mBUQ-JNB
$721

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Johannesburg - Bulawayo Flights

Departure:

Johannesburg (JNB)South Africa

Destination:

Bulawayo (BUQ)Zimbabwe

Return flight deals:

Bulawayo - Johannesburg

Cabin classes:

$122

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Buses$7715h 30m