Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo from R2 407

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUQ
Dec 25 — Jan 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Bulawayo are usually found in June or October, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Bulawayo (BUQ). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R5 022

One-way from

R2 407

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R5 230
fastjet
  • fastjet
  • 21/5-1/6
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Bulawayo
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 5/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Bulawayo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R1 487 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R678 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Bulawayo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 November 2025.

Fri 28/116:50JNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Fri 28/1118:10BUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Deal found 24/11R5 334
Fri 28/116:50JNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Sun 30/1118:10BUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Deal found 24/11R5 594
Fri 28/117:15JNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 15mAirlink
Fri 5/1212:35BUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mAirlink
Deal found 23/11R5 732
Tue 2/127:15JNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 15mAirlink
Tue 9/1212:35BUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mAirlink
Deal found 23/11R5 784
Sat 27/1210:30JNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 20mAirlink
Thu 1/116:10BUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mAirlink
Deal found 23/11R5 802
Tue 2/1216:15JNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Sun 7/1218:10BUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Deal found 23/11R5 992
Wed 17/126:50JNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Wed 17/1218:10BUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Deal found 24/11R6 062
Sat 29/1110:30JNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 20mAirlink
Sat 6/1216:10BUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mAirlink
Deal found 24/11R6 079
Sun 21/127:15JNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 15mAirlink
Sun 11/19:15BUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mAirlink
Deal found 23/11R6 096
Sat 29/1116:15JNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Sat 6/1218:10BUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Deal found 23/11R6 217

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Return

Price

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

10:30-11:50

Nonstop1h 20m

Bulawayo

Fri 30/1

12:35-13:55

Nonstop1h 20m

R5 057

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/1

7:15-8:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Bulawayo

Wed 14/1

12:35-13:55

Nonstop1h 20m

R5 057

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

7:15-8:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Bulawayo

Mon 26/1

9:15-10:45

Nonstop1h 30m

R5 092

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

7:15-8:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Bulawayo

Sun 22/2

12:35-13:55

Nonstop1h 20m

R5 265

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

10:30-11:50

Nonstop1h 20m

Bulawayo

Thu 1/1

16:10-17:40

Nonstop1h 30m

R5 802

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

6:50-8:10

Nonstop1h 20m

Bulawayo

Wed 17/12

18:10-19:30

Nonstop1h 20m

R6 062

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

7:15-8:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Bulawayo

Sun 11/1

9:15-10:45

Nonstop1h 30m

R6 096

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/12

6:50-8:10

Nonstop1h 20m

Bulawayo

Sun 11/1

18:10-19:30

Nonstop1h 20m

R6 217

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/1

6:50-8:10

Nonstop1h 20m

Bulawayo

Wed 14/1

18:20-7:55

1 stop13h 35m

R6 304

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/12

7:15-8:30

Nonstop1h 15m

R2 442

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo (average of R3 879). Flying from Johannesburg to Bulawayo in March is currently the most expensive (average of R4 953). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to BUQ?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Bulawayo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 November 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg to Bulawayo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 57% versus a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Bulawayo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 25 November 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to BUQ are scheduled on a Friday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Bulawayo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 79 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Bulawayo flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Bulawayo flights?

Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bulawayo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bulawayo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bulawayo. Reviews last updated 25 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink from Johannesburg to Bulawayo have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
8,5
Very Good

Boarding

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Bulawayo from Johannesburg?

    Bulawayo (BUQ), located 15,2 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo. 3 airlines have flights to Bulawayo from Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 15 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    For as low as R5 057, Airlink can have you in Bulawayo from Johannesburg in 1h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 681 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bulawayo round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Bulawayo is Hahn Air Systems. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R4 563 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Airlink and fastjet, starting at R4 622 and R5 052 round-trip. Hahn Air Systems is currently priced 14% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    Before booking your flight to Bulawayo from Johannesburg, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Emirates (84%), KLM (80%), Airlink( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg to Bulawayo is R2 179. On average you can expect to pay R3 942. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Bulawayo), can usually be booked for R5 022.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Bulawayo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Bulawayo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bulawayo (average of R3 879). Flying from Johannesburg to Bulawayo in March is currently the most expensive (average of R4 953). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bulawayo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR4 563AverageR7 540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR4 622AverageR5 171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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fastjetCheapestR5 052AverageR5 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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