Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA): what you need to know
Victoria Falls's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Cairo.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CAI to VFA flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CAI and VFA:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
O.R. Tambo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
R 6,238 is the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport flight. Return flights start from R 9,957. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CAI to VFA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Of the flights that depart from Cairo International Airport, 63.38% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Cairo International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CAI:
Arriving at Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
Consider staying in a hotel near VFA if you're catching a late Cairo International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Victoria Falls Airport rental car and discover Victoria Falls and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Budget and Avis are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Victoria Falls Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to central Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls Airport to the centre of Victoria Falls has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Victoria Falls. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Cairo International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Victoria Falls, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CAI to VFA in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
You've seen Victoria Falls, now it's time to explore other parts of Zimbabwe. Journey about 386 kilometres south-east to Bulawayo to tick off its leading attractions. From Matobo National Park to Natural History Museum and Bulawayo Railway Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another side of Zimbabwe, head for Gweru, roughly 451 kilometres south-east of Victoria Falls. Gweru park, Midlands Museum and Mt. Pleasant Farm are the start of reasons to visit.