Flying from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Bulawayo Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Bulawayo and Johannesburg follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Take your pick of 38 weekly Bulawayo Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flights. The 08:40 departure with Fastjet Zimbabwe is the earliest flight available. Fastjet Zimbabwe operates the latest service of the day at 18:10.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your BUQ to JNB flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Johannesburg (and then exploring more of South Africa!) is easy with Airlink (South Africa). This popular airline has direct flights from Bulawayo Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Airlink (South Africa) on this route.
With 74.53% of services arriving as scheduled, Airlink (South Africa) is the most punctual carrier offering BUQ to JNB flights.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Bulawayo Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Many passengers pass through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bulawayo Airport (BUQ) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bulawayo Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is $308. A return ticket right now is $552. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book ten months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BUQ to JNB.
The cheapest month for flights from Bulawayo Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Finding cheap flights from BUQ to JNB is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bulawayo Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
Of the flights that depart from Bulawayo Airport, 66.21% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Bulawayo to Bulawayo Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Bulawayo Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, check out 456 Hopeville Escape. It's a short ride from BUQ.
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Book a hotel near JNB if you have a late Bulawayo Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport to the centre of Johannesburg has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Bulawayo Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Johannesburg. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Bulawayo Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BUQ to JNB sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
If there's time to check out another corner of South Africa, head for Pretoria, about 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are key highlights.
