How to find cheap flights to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
$1,799 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to HRE, the lowest fare is $820.
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The sooner you book, the better. You might even be able to land some amazing early bird deals on tickets to Harare, where Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport is located.
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If you aren't in a rush to get to Harare, consider taking a little detour. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport if you book a flight with one or more stops.
Best time to go to Harare
May is typically the cheapest month to board a flight to Harare.
If you have flexible travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. You'll be able to find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to HRE.
Head to Harare in January if you prefer to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to HRE, but also when tickets are likely to be more expensive.
December is the least busy time of year to travel if you want a more relaxed pace. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Harare then.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider what kind of conditions you enjoy travelling in. Harare is warmest in October, with averages of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Ranging from 7ºC (45ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF), July has the lowest temperatures.
June is your safest bet for clearer skies. This is the driest month in Harare.
January brings the wettest weather. You can expect around 16 days of rainfall if you visit during this time.
Flying to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE): What you need to know
Avoid the layovers and travel to Harare in a single hop. Book a direct flight to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport with one of these popular airlines:
Consider booking your HRE plane ticket with Qatar Airways. It's the carrier with the strongest punctuality record, with up to 88% of flights into this airport sticking to schedule.
You'll step off the plane in the UTC+2 timezone at HRE.
Whether you're arriving late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport. Check in and relax at one of these after your flight to HRE:
Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport has an on-time rating of 68%, which shows how often departing flights arrive as planned. This can be useful to know if you're catching a tight connecting flight or have somewhere to be not long after landing.
Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport is located in Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe.
Getting to central Harare from Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
HRE is located about 11 kilometres from central Harare.
After landing from your flight to HRE, the drive to the centre takes around 25 minutes.
Expect the journey to take roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Harare is packed with options for a great night's sleep. Here's a lineup of comfy hotels to add to your short list:
Harare highlights
Put these popular sights on your must-visit list after hopping off your flight to Harare:
Matusadona National Park: The perfect place to start your city tour, this landmark is located around 6 kilometres east of the city centre.
Ewanrigg Botanical Gardens: Find a nice place to sit and enjoy some time out here while exploring Harare. This park is roughly 3 kilometres north of the centre.
Wild Is Life Trust and ZEN: Need another great reason to visit Harare? This landmark attracts travellers from all over and is about 14 kilometres southeast of the city centre.
How to get to Chitungwiza from Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
Chitungwiza is about 10 kilometres from HRE. Journey times by ride-share or taxi will vary based on traffic and the time of day, so plan ahead before you travel.
Travelling from Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE) to Marondera
Marondera is about 56 kilometres from Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport if that's where you're going.
The drive time to Marondera is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Another city in Zimbabwe that could easily become a favourite is Mutare. From Harare, it's roughly 209 kilometres southeast and is home to attractions like MURAHWA HILL NATURE RESERVE and Holy Trinity Catholic Cathedral. Add a stop at Murahwa Hill's too.
Roughly 225 kilometres southwest of Harare, Gweru is well worth the journey. A few great reasons to visit include Kumadhaka Adventure Park, Midlands Museum and Gweru Military Aircraft Museum.