Zimbabwe’s national carrier, Air Zimbabwe has announced “the resumption of its direct scheduled passenger services between Harare and London Gatwick, effective 22 July 2026.” According to the national carrier, “the service will operate three (3) 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. At London Gatwick Airport, Air Zimbabwe will operate from the South Terminal.”
Air Zimbabwe said: “The Harare–London route represents one of the most significant milestones in Air Zimbabwe’s history and reflects the national carrier’s commitment to restoring international connectivity and strengthening Zimbabwe’s links with key global markets. The service is expected to strengthen tourism, trade, investment and diaspora connectivity while supporting Zimbabwe’s broader economic engagement with the United Kingdom.”
Air Zimbabwe added that “the Harare–London service will be operated using an Airbus A330-300 aircraft under an Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance (ACMI) wet lease agreement with 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.”