Travelling from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Bulawayo and Cape Town are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BUQ to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Bulawayo Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Many travellers pass through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport when flying between BUQ and CPT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
At the moment, 251 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bulawayo Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 433 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BUQ to CPT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Bulawayo Airport to Cape Town International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BUQ to CPT.
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Handy information about Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bulawayo Airport, 66.21% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Bulawayo Airport from central Bulawayo, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from Bulawayo Airport to Cape Town International Airport, take a look at 456 Hopeville Escape. It's a short ride from BUQ.
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're coming in on a late Bulawayo Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CPT:
Travel at your own pace with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and see more of Cape Town and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Bulawayo Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Bulawayo Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BUQ to CPT around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. About 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in South Africa, head for Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are the start of reasons to visit.