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Freeman Razemba-Senior Reporter
AIR Zimbabwe relaunches the Harare-London route on July 22, ending a 14-year absence of a direct air link between the two destinations.
Promotional fares for the resumed direct route will start from £490 or US$495, while a return ticket costs £675 or US$900. The fares are subject to availability and applicable terms and conditions.
In a statement yesterday, the national carrier said: “Air Zimbabwe is pleased to announce the resumption of its direct scheduled passenger services between Harare and London Gatwick, effective 22 July 2026.
“The service will operate three times a week, providing passengers with a convenient, seamless, and reliable travel experience between Zimbabwe and the United Kingdom.
“Flights will depart Harare on Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays, while return services from London Gatwick will operate on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays.”
Air Zimbabwe said the Harare-London route represents one of the most significant milestones in the airline’s history and reflects the national carrier’s commitment to restoring international connectivity and strengthening the country’s links with key global markets.
The service is also expected to strengthen tourism, trade, investment and diaspora connectivity while supporting Zimbabwe’s broader economic engagement with the United Kingdom.
The Harare-London service will be operated using an Airbus A330-300 aircraft under an aircraft, crew, maintenance and insurance wet lease from Spanish carrier Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas.
Under this arrangement, Plus Ultra provides the aircraft, flight crew, maintenance and insurance, while Air Zimbabwe manages ticket sales, passenger services and the overall commercial operation of the route.
Air Zimbabwe said it remained committed to delivering safe, reliable and customer-focused air transport services while supporting the country’s economic growth, strengthening international connectivity and advancing the country’s re-engagement drive.
