Flights from Bulawayo to Umtata

Distance: 1,269 km
Bulawayo airports
Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ)How far from city centre: 18 km
Umtata airports

Book your flight from Bulawayo to Umtata

Find direct and indirect flights from Bulawayo to Umtata (South Africa) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

A direct flight from Bulawayo to Umtata takes around 2 h and 50 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Bulawayo and Umtata

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

  • Departure airport: Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ)

Weather in Umtata

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Umtata, the average temperature floats around 27ºC in the warmest months and 6ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 28ºC
  • Lows: down to 5ºC
  • Hottest month: February
  • Coldest month: July
  • Driest month: July
  • Wettest month: January

How to save when flying from Bulawayo to Umtata

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Bulawayo to Umtata:

  • Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
  • Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Umtata. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Bulawayo to Umtata

On average, what is the price of a Bulawayo to Umtata flight?
When flying from Bulawayo to Umtata the average price will be €473. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Bulawayo to Umtata, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Bulawayo and Umtata. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Bulawayo to Umtata flights?
The most popular month for flights from Bulawayo to Umtata are: September, March and October.
When is the best time to travel from Bulawayo to Umtata?
A good period of the year to visit Umtata from Bulawayo really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, June is the best month to fly to Umtata from Bulawayo, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by September and April. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds April, October and September are the months with fewer searches for the route Bulawayo -  Umtata.
What is the duration of a flight from Bulawayo to Umtata?
Flight time, on average, from Bulawayo to Umtata is usually 2 h and 50 m on average, at an average distance of 1,269.27 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Umtata compared to Bulawayo?
The average temperature in Bulawayo is 22º degrees in summer. Umtata reaches 22º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 14º degrees in Umtata, compared to the 15º average degrees in Bulawayo.

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