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Cheapest return flight
R9 458
Typical prices: R7 796-R10 452
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/10Tue 30/10
CPT - BUQ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R4 929
Typical prices: R3 950-R5 340
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/9
CPT - BUQ • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Bulawayo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 26% price drop
January
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo (CPT-BUQ)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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5:45 - 17:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUQ Bulawayo
11h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:45 - 23:35BUQ  Bulawayo-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 458Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Dec 31
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6:05 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUQ Bulawayo
5h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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16:10 - 19:55BUQ  Bulawayo-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 650Airlink
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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9:55 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUQ Bulawayo
22h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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16:10 - 22:50BUQ  Bulawayo-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 019Airlink
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 30
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18:25 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUQ Bulawayo
14h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 22:50BUQ  Bulawayo-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 739Airlink
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Dec 31
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9:00 - 15:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUQ Bulawayo
6h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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13:50 - 22:10BUQ  Bulawayo-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Port Elizabeth
R11 859Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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13:10 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUQ Bulawayo
19h 20m2 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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16:10 - 18:15BUQ  Bulawayo-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 883Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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8:00 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUQ Bulawayo
24h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:15 - 22:15BUQ  Bulawayo-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Durban King Shaka Intl
R13 475Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Dec 31
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7:50 - 15:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUQ Bulawayo
7h 45m2 stops Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga Johannesburg OR Tambo
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13:50 - 22:10BUQ  Bulawayo-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Port Elizabeth
R14 132Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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13:10 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUQ Bulawayo
19h 20m2 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 20:20BUQ  Bulawayo-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Port Elizabeth
R14 564Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:10 - 15:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BUQ Bulawayo
9h 25m2 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:15 - 22:15BUQ  Bulawayo-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Durban King Shaka Intl
R16 036Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Bulawayo flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo and is 12% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo at R6 850 return.
  • June (R10 483) and May (R10 467) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Bulawayo the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Bulawayo flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

R4 929
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

When to book flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Bulawayo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Bulawayo flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

    Flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Bulawayo (BUQ).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo pass through Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Cape Town to Bulawayo route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R8 162 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R9 923, a difference of R1 760. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Bulawayo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 10% above the route average of R9 274. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Bulawayo takes 0h 00m, covering 2 959 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Bulawayo?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Bulawayo changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R9 458 to R23 366. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Bulawayo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Bulawayo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R7 335, which is 57% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Bulawayo flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Bulawayo range from R7 796 to R10 452, with an average of R9 274 over the past 12 months. Anything below R7 796 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Bulawayo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R8 162 – about R1 760 less than Tuesday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Bulawayo trip for February. Fares historically average R6 850 return in that month – typically R3 633 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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