Harare to Phalaborwa flights
Phalaborwa lies 680 km (423 mi) south of Harare, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 37 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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| Harare | Phalaborwa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zimbabwe | South Africa |
| Population | 1.5 million | 109,468 |
| Elevation | 1,494 m (4,902 ft) | 435 m (1,427 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Nearest large airport | HRE, 12 km out | PHW, 2 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Phalaborwa
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 Harare
Harare is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 15,502-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Phalaborwa
Phalaborwa is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,491 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Eastgate Airport / Air Force Base Hoedspruit (HDS, 47 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendrik Van Eck Airport (regional) | PHW | 2 km (1 mi) | 4,491 ft | 1,432 ft |
| Eastgate Airport / Air Force Base Hoedspruit (regional) | HDS | 47 km (29 mi) | 13,094 ft | 1,801 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Phalaborwa from Harare?
680 km (423 mi) in a straight line, south of Harare.
How long does it take to get from Harare to Phalaborwa by air?
About 1 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Harare and Phalaborwa?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Harare to Phalaborwa flights?
Typically Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW); Phalaborwa also has HDS.
What currency do I need in Phalaborwa?
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.