Fastjet adds capacity on the Johannesburg to Harare route

(Posted 12th September 2025)

Fastjet Zimbabwe has announced the introduction of an additional early morning flight frequency on the popular Johannesburg to Harare route. The service commencing on the 29th of September 2025 will operate daily except Saturdays using the airline’s Embraer ERJ145 aircraft.

Speaking at the Sanganai Hlanganani Kumbanayi Tourism Expo in Mutare, Nunurai Ndawana, fastjet Zimbabwe spokesman, said, “Aviation is a catalyst for economic development, we believe our morning service will contribute to the smooth movement of businesspeople, therefore strengthening the trade relations between Johannesburg and Harare”.

Vivian Ruwuya, fastjet Zimbabwe Chief Commercial Officer, remarked, “We are always looking at providing our customers with flexible flight times to better suit their travel needs. In the past months, we have witnessed a growing demand from businesspeople for an early morning departure from Johannesburg to Harare. Our fastjet flight FN8220 now allows our customers an early morning departure from Johannesburg, resulting in a full business day in Harare. The additional flight supporting the Johannesburg to Harare route is already available for booking”.

Schedule between Johannesburg (JNB) to Harare (HRE)
Effective from 29 September 2025

Fastjet offers flexible booking change options and generous free baggage allowances across its network of flights. The lowest fares for the Johannesburg to Harare route can be found on their website www.fastjet.com.