Flying from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA): what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA).
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 43 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport.
Victoria Falls (where Victoria Falls Airport is located) and Johannesburg share the UTC+2 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 39 direct weekly flights between the two airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) is the busiest route. Fastjet Zimbabwe operates the earliest flight at 08:55. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from JNB to VFA is with Fastjet Zimbabwe at 12:50.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Johannesburg to VFA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) leave from this terminal.
These are some of the leading airlines operating direct flights from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport jetting out of JNB:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Johannesburg to VFA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
JNB is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Want a convenient hotel near O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
About Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near VFA:
Getting from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to central Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Victoria Falls. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport is $90. The cheapest price for a return flight is $271. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
3 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from Johannesburg to VFA.
The cheapest month for tickets from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Victoria Falls. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Victoria Falls is October, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Johannesburg to VFA in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport in July when temperatures average between 9ºC and 27ºC.
More about Victoria Falls
Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Victoria Falls:
The Big Tree and Safari Victoria Falls are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Victoria Falls itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mpata Gorge.
Complete your Victoria Falls trip with a car rental
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