Bulawayo to Evaton flights
Evaton lies 714 km (443 mi) south 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 40 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.
| Bulawayo | Evaton | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zimbabwe | South Africa |
| Population | 665,952 | 725,468 |
| Elevation | 1,348 m (4,423 ft) | 1,513 m (4,964 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Nearest large airport | BUQ, 15 km out | JNB, 59 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Evaton
Crossing from Zimbabwe into South Africa: money changes from the Zimbabwe Gold to the Rand (ZAR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 546, Euro, IEC 60906-1; the dialling code becomes +27; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
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 Evaton
Evaton is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), 59 km (37 mi) from the centre, whose 14,495-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Lanseria International Airport (HLA, 67 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | 59 km (37 mi) | 14,495 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | 67 km (42 mi) | 10,000 ft | 4,517 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Evaton from Bulawayo?
714 km (443 mi) in a straight line, south of Bulawayo.
How long does it take to get from Bulawayo to Evaton by air?
About 1 h 40 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 Evaton?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bulawayo to Evaton flights?
Typically Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB); Evaton also has HLA.
What currency do I need in Evaton?
The Rand (ZAR).
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.