Bulawayo to Chitungwiza flights
Chitungwiza lies 354 km (220 mi) north-east of Bulawayo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 12 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Bulawayo | Chitungwiza | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zimbabwe | Zimbabwe |
| Population | 665,952 | 371,246 |
| Elevation | 1,348 m (4,423 ft) | 1,435 m (4,708 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) |
| Nearest large airport | BUQ, 15 km out | HRE, 9 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Bulawayo
Bulawayo is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,491 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Chitungwiza
Chitungwiza is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 15,502-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport | HRE | 9 km (6 mi) | 15,502 ft | 4,887 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Chitungwiza from Bulawayo?
354 km (220 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Bulawayo.
How long does it take to get from Bulawayo to Chitungwiza by air?
About 1 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bulawayo and Chitungwiza?
No, both are on Africa/Harare at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bulawayo to Chitungwiza flights?
Typically Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.