Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport lies 15 kilometres southeast of the city centre. Most visitors arrive by air, as overland travel to Zimbabwe from neighbouring countries — while possible — requires careful planning given variable border crossing conditions.
By air
The airport has direct connections to Johannesburg, Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Dubai, and several other African capitals. Ethiopian Airlines, South African Airways (when operating), Kenya Airways, and Emirates all fly here. The easiest connection for most international travellers is via Johannesburg (about 90 minutes).
Taxis from the airport to the city centre are available but negotiation is required — agree a price before you get in. The official taxi rank is outside the arrivals hall.
By road from South Africa
The Beit Bridge crossing on the Limpopo River is the main entry point from South Africa. The crossing can involve long queues and should be done in daylight. Some long-distance bus services run between Johannesburg and Harare, taking around 12 hours.
By road from Zambia
The Victoria Falls crossing at Chirundu links Zambia and Zimbabwe. The road from Lusaka is sealed and passable, but road conditions can vary.