Bulawayo to Livingstone flights
Livingstone lies 385 km (239 mi) north-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 1 h 15 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 | Livingstone | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zimbabwe | Zambia |
| Population | 665,952 | 178,361 |
| Elevation | 1,348 m (4,423 ft) | 969 m (3,179 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) |
| Nearest large airport | BUQ, 15 km out | LVI, 4 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Livingstone
Crossing from Zimbabwe into Zambia: money changes from the Zimbabwe Gold to the Kwacha (ZMW); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +260; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648868.
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 Livingstone
Livingstone is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA, 28 km), Kasane International Airport (BBK, 73 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport | LVI | 4 km (2 mi) | 9,843 ft | 3,302 ft |
| Victoria Falls International Airport | VFA | 28 km (17 mi) | 13,123 ft | 3,490 ft |
| Kasane International Airport | BBK | 73 km (45 mi) | 6,562 ft | 3,289 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Livingstone from Bulawayo?
385 km (239 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Bulawayo.
How long does it take to get from Bulawayo to Livingstone by air?
About 1 h 15 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 Livingstone?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bulawayo to Livingstone flights?
Typically Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) to Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI); Livingstone also has VFA, BBK.
What currency do I need in Livingstone?
The Kwacha (ZMW).
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.