Flying from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ): what you need to know
A direct flight from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport takes 45 minutes (on average). Bulawayo's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as Victoria Falls.
You can choose from 2 weekly flights from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport. The 08:15 departure with Air Zimbabwe is the earliest flight you can take between VFA and BUQ. Air Zimbabwe operates the last service of the day at 11:30 if you're not into early starts.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from VFA to BUQ, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't needed as you're travelling within Zimbabwe. As long as you have some other form of identification, such as a driver's license or an ID card, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport is R 2,326. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,188. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from VFA to BUQ.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
Victoria Falls Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Victoria Falls. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 17 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near VFA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
Hop off your flight from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport and jump into your hotel bed soon after. If you need a comfortable option a short journey from BUQ, head for 456 Hopeville Escape.
Getting from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to central Bulawayo
From Bulawayo Airport, Bulawayo is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Bulawayo in February.
Book your flight from Victoria Falls Airport to Bulawayo Airport for October if you'd like to go to Bulawayo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from VFA to BUQ in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 24ºC on average.
More about Bulawayo
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Bulawayo right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from VFA to BUQ:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Matobo National Park, Natural History Museum and Bulawayo Railway Museum are top attractions which should feature on any good Bulawayo itinerary.
Complete your Bulawayo trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Bulawayo Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Bulawayo escape.
