Flying from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA): what you need to know
Around 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bulawayo Airport to Victoria Falls Airport.
Bulawayo and Victoria Falls share the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Pack your suitcase and choose from five weekly Bulawayo Airport to Victoria Falls Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your BUQ to VFA flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Travelling to Victoria Falls (and then exploring more of Zimbabwe!) is a breeze with Fastjet Zimbabwe. This popular airline offers direct flights from Bulawayo Airport to Victoria Falls Airport.
Fastjet Zimbabwe is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Bulawayo Airport to Victoria Falls Airport. Addis Ababa Airport is a popular stopover on the BUQ to VFA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
Currently, 165 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bulawayo Airport to Victoria Falls Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 309 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BUQ to VFA, reserve your trip three months before your planned departure.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Bulawayo Airport to Victoria Falls Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from BUQ to VFA.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bulawayo Airport to Victoria Falls Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
When it comes to Bulawayo Airport's on-time performance, 72% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Bulawayo to Bulawayo Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Need a hotel to stay in before your flight from Bulawayo Airport to Victoria Falls Airport? Consider Knovi Guesthouse. Enjoy a good night's rest here before making your way to BUQ.
Arriving at Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
If you're coming in on a late Bulawayo Airport to Victoria Falls Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near VFA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Victoria Falls Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Avis and explore beyond Victoria Falls's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Victoria Falls Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to central Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls Airport to the centre of Victoria Falls has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bulawayo Airport to Victoria Falls Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Victoria Falls. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Bulawayo Airport to Victoria Falls Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Victoria Falls, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BUQ to VFA in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Bulawayo is just one of the many cities in Zimbabwe waiting to be discovered after you've seen Victoria Falls. Around 386 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Matobo National Park, St Johns Cathedral and Silwane Nature Reserve.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Victoria Falls, Gweru is another essential stop in Zimbabwe. Experience major highlights starting with Kumadhaka Adventure Park, Midlands Museum and Gweru Military Aircraft Museum.