Air Zimbabwe.
The flag carrier of Zimbabwe — represented in the United Kingdom by Simba Travel.
Wings over the Zambezi since 1967.
Founded in 1967, Air Zimbabwe operates scheduled passenger services from its primary hub at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE), Harare. The airline's role is to connect Zimbabwean travellers to the world and to bring international visitors into the heart of Southern Africa.
Where Air Zimbabwe flies.
A network anchored on Harare, with the London — Harare service supported by Simba Travel in the United Kingdom and onward regional services across Southern and East Africa.
London Gatwick ↔ Harare.
Northern Summer Schedule · Effective July 2026 · 3× weekly nonstop.
| Rotation | Effective dates | Outbound (LGW → HRE) | Return (HRE → LGW) | Flight No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun → Mon | 22 Jul – 27 Sep 2026 | LGW 21:25 → HRE 09:05 (+1) | HRE 10:35 → LGW 20:05 | UM723 / UM722 |
| Mon → Sun | 05 Oct – 19 Oct 2026 | LGW 18:30 → HRE 06:00 (+1) | HRE 22:30 → LGW 08:00 (+1) | UM725 / UM724 |
| Thu → Wed | 22 Jul – 27 Sep 2026 | LGW 19:10 → HRE 06:40 (+1) | HRE 22:30 → LGW 08:00 (+1) | UM725 / UM724 |
| Thu → Wed | 01 Oct – 22 Oct 2026 | LGW 19:10 → HRE 06:40 (+1) | HRE 22:30 → LGW 08:00 (+1) | UM725 / UM724 |
| Sat → Fri | 18 Jul – 24 Oct 2026 | LGW 18:20 → HRE 05:50 (+1) | HRE 22:30 → LGW 08:00 (+1) | UM725 / UM724 |
(+1) denotes arrival on the following calendar day relative to the departure date shown. All times local.
Departures ex-London Gatwick: Sunday (22 Jul – 27 Sep), shifting to Monday from 05 – 19 Oct, plus Thursday and Saturday year-round through 24 Oct.
Departures ex-Harare (return to UK): Sunday, Wednesday and Friday year-round through 24 Oct.
All flights operate nonstop — no technical or fuel stop on either leg.
A mixed wide-body and regional fleet.
| Aircraft | In service | Seats | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boeing 767-200ER | 1 | 250 | 12,200 km |
| Boeing 737-200 | 2 | 115 | 4,200 km |
| Embraer ERJ-145 | 2 | 50 | 2,800 km |
Baggage allowance
Excess baggage rates available at the airport or via Simba Travel Ticketing.
Check-in information
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