Travelling from Belfast to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE): what you need to know
Belfast has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Belfast to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
RG Mugabe International Airport is located in Harare. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Belfast.
To ensure you get on your flight from Belfast to HRE, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
BFS is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Belfast to RG Mugabe International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
You can get to BHD from central Belfast in about 12 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 22 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Belfast to HRE, kick back in one of these hotels close to George Best Belfast City Airport:
About RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
Consider booking a hotel near HRE if you have a late flight from Belfast to RG Mugabe International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to central Harare
RG Mugabe International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Harare. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
Book a one-way ticket from Belfast to RG Mugabe International Airport from C$825 or travel return from just C$1,475. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
June is the most popular month for flights from Belfast to RG Mugabe International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Harare in April when things are quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Harare. October is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Belfast to HRE sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 31ºC.
Travel in July for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Belfast to RG Mugabe International Airport.
More about Harare
After locking in your flight from Belfast to RG Mugabe International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Harare:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Harare Gardens, Chapungu Sculpture Park and Wild Is Life Trust and ZEN are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Harare itinerary.
Complete your Harare trip with a car rental
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