Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport - BUQ Zimbabwe
The Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport, airport code BUQ, is a public airport owned and operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe that is situated a few kilometers from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The airport hosts three airlines - namely, Airlink, Fastjet Zimbabwe, and Air Zimbabwe. The Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport lies at 4,359 feet above sea level. It has two asphalt runways specified at 13/31 and 02/20, with lengths 8,491 feet and 4,419 feet each.
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The Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport was originally called Bulawayo Airport. The proposal was passed in 2001 to rename the airport after the Zimbabwean politician who eventually became the Vice President of Zimbabwe from 1987 to 1999 - Dr. Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo. This suggests renaming was met with some controversy, as aviation operators claimed it would have potential negative aeronautical ramifications. The Bulawayo residents, on the other hand, believed it would be an appropriate tribute to the politician, who died in 1999. Other neighboring and major cities in Zimbabwe are Chitungwiza, Mutare, and Harare.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel is 1.3 miles from the city center and is a short walk away from the Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe and Bulawayo City Hall so that guests can immerse themselves in Bulawayo culture. Choice Guesthouse and Backpackers is only 0.8 miles from the city, while Breeze Guest House is 1 mile away.
The Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport is the only airport that serves Bulawayo. Harare International Airport and Victorial Falls International Airport are in the neighboring Zimbabwe cities Harare and Victoria Falls.
On this page it is easy to search for Bulawayo, Zimbabwe airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Bulawayo, Zimbabwe (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the BUQ airport.
Most of these BUQ
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the BUQ airport are Centenary Park, Barbourfields Stadium, and Centenary Park.
Map of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Hotels
View all Bulawayo, Zimbabwe (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Bulawayo, Zimbabwe (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.) location map.
Weather Forecast for Bulawayo, Zimbabwe (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.)
If you planning to travel to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe (BUQ-Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Intl.), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 4:24 AM.
The temperature feels like 69.85 with a humidity level of 57 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 6 percent with visibility at 15 percent.
Today’s UV index is 8, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling east-southeast at a speed of 8 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 3:50 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
4/26
Few clouds
70°F
High: 81°F
Low: 60°F
Precipitation: 0%
Saturday
4/27
Scattered clouds
65°F
High: 73°F
Low: 55°F
Precipitation: 20%
Sunday
4/28
Few clouds
61°F
High: 71°F
Low: 51°F
Precipitation: 20%
Monday
4/29
Clear Sky
61°F
High: 74°F
Low: 52°F
Precipitation: 0%
Tuesday
4/30
Clear Sky
65°F
High: 84°F
Low: 60°F
Precipitation: 0%
Wednesday
5/1
Clear Sky
72°F
High: 87°F
Low: 59°F
Precipitation: 0%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Bulawayo, Zimbabwe BUQ airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free BUQ airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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