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$138+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Bulawayo (BUQ)

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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BUQ
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bulawayo are usually found in November or June, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Bulawayo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$290
(Airlink)

One-way from

$138
(Airlink)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$300

Good round-trip deal

$286 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Bulawayo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Bulawayo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:15 amJNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 15mAirlink
Mon 12/224:10 pmBUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mAirlink
Deal found 7/30$290
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:50 amJNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Fri 9/58:40 amBUQ - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mfastjet
Deal found 7/30$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1210:30 amJNB - BUQ
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/1912:50 pmBUQ - JNB
1 stop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$392
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1010:50 pmJNB - BUQ
2 stops15h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/143:15 pmBUQ - JNB
1 stop12h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/29$746

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

Fly to

Bulawayo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/21

7:15 am-8:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Bulawayo

Mon 12/22

4:10 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$290

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

6:50 am-8:10 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Bulawayo

Fri 9/5

8:40 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$298

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/12

10:30 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Bulawayo

Fri 9/19

12:50 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$392

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/10

10:50 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops15h 35m

Bulawayo

Sun 9/14

3:15 pm-3:55 am

1 stop12h 40m

$746

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/16

7:15 am-8:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$138

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/8

6:50 am-8:10 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$159

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/28

7:10 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$215

JohannesburgBulawayo

JNB - BUQ

JNBBUQ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/18

8:20 am-2:25 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$503

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Deals found on 7/30

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Bulawayo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Bulawayo. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 July 30, 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 July 30, 2025.

The most flights from JNB to BUQ are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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 July 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink and Ethiopian Air from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

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
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

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
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
803 reviews
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Bulawayo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bulawayo, you will be flying into Bulawayo. Bulawayo (BUQ) is just 9.5 mi from the center of the city. Bulawayo is the only Bulawayo airport and it handles 12 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 2 airlines have flights to Bulawayo from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

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

    Airlink, at $290, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include fastjet and Ethiopian Air. Users have found that Airlink is 3% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Airlink, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $138. However, be on the lookout for offers from fastjet and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Bulawayo from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (75%), Emirates (75%), Airlink( 74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo? While on average our users pay $232, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $130. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Bulawayo), is priced around $246.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Bulawayo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Bulawayo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Bulawayo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Bulawayo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapest$269Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
fastjetCheapest$299Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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