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Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International AirportBUQ · FVJN

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Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ)

Bulawayo, ZW · Regional Airport · IATA: BUQ · ICAO: FVJN · 1329 m ü. NN

CityBulawayo

Lat-20.0213

Lng28.6263

TimezoneUTC

TypeRegional Airport

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About This Airport

Operated within Zimbabwe's Airports Company network and served on the ground by BidAir Cargo, Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) is the air-freight point for Bulawayo, the country's second city and industrial base. Named after nationalist leader Joshua Nkomo, it lies about 15 km north of the city. Its cargo facilities are genuine — mechanical handling, a bonded warehouse and a customs presence — setting it apart from Zimbabwe's tourism strips. Most freight moves in the belly-holds of Fastjet and Airlink passenger services; dedicated freighters are rare and tonnage figures are not officially published. Bulawayo's manufacturing heritage in steel, textiles and rail engineering keeps modest but steady demand for air cargo, complemented by the rail corridor south to South Africa via Beitbridge. For larger consignments, shippers often pair BUQ with the heavier volumes handled at Harare. The city's place on the historic Cape-to-Cairo railway has long made it a transhipment centre for the south-west.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport?▼

The IATA code of Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport is BUQ. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport located?▼

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport is located in Bulawayo, ZW.

What is the ICAO code of Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport?▼

The ICAO code of Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport is FVJN. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport?▼

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport is at an elevation of 1329 meters (4359 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

-20.02125, 28.62630

1329 m ü. NN

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Last updated: 10 June 2026

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