Travelling from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA): What you need to know
Windhoek's main base, Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA).
The average time for a direct Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport flight is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Victoria Falls (where Victoria Falls Airport is located) and Windhoek share the UTC+2 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) is the most popular route, with 2 direct services each week. You can get from WDH to VFA on EW Discover's 10:30am departure.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Windhoek to VFA. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Windhoek
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH)
You can find a direct flight from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) departing from Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH).
When leaving from WDH, you can catch a direct flight from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport with EW Discover.
EW Discover is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from WDH to VFA.
The distance from central Windhoek to WDH is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your flight from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a short drive from Hosea Kutako International Airport, stay at Etango Ranch Guest Farm and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Hosea Kutako International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from WDH touch down on schedule 88.3% of the time.
About Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near VFA instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Victoria Falls Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Victoria Falls and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
Currently, $214 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $461. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Windhoek to VFA, book your ticket ten months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for March. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
July is when most people book flights from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA). Visit Victoria Falls in February for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Windhoek to VFA flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Victoria Falls, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Victoria Falls
After booking your flight from Windhoek to Victoria Falls Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Victoria Falls:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Victoria Falls when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Victoria Falls National Park followed by Victoria Falls Activities and Victoria Falls Rafting.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Experience the best of Victoria Falls, then set your sights on other must-see parts of Zimbabwe. Head south-east to Dete, around 121 kilometres away. Hwange Safari Lodge Entrance Gate and Wild Walks should be on your itinerary here.
Have time for another stop? Head for Siabuwa. It's around 241 kilometres east of Victoria Falls and home to highlights like Sinampande Secondary School.