Bulawayo to Francistown flights
Francistown lies 159 km (99 mi) south-west of Bulawayo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 57 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 | Francistown | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zimbabwe | Botswana |
| Population | 665,952 | 103,417 |
| Elevation | 1,348 m (4,423 ft) | 989 m (3,245 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) | UTC+2 (Africa/Gaborone) |
| Nearest large airport | BUQ, 15 km out | FRW, 4 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Francistown
Crossing from Zimbabwe into Botswana: money changes from the Zimbabwe Gold to the Pula (BWP); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, BS 546; the dialling code becomes +267; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648827 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648832.
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 Francistown
Francistown is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport (FRW), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport | FRW | 4 km (2 mi) | 9,843 ft | 3,283 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Francistown from Bulawayo?
159 km (99 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Bulawayo.
How long does it take to get from Bulawayo to Francistown by air?
About 57 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 Francistown?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bulawayo to Francistown flights?
Typically Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) to Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport (FRW).
What currency do I need in Francistown?
The Pula (BWP).
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.