Flying from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Windhoek. Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) jetting off from here.
1 hour 25 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport flight.
Victoria Falls International Airport is located in Victoria Falls. The city's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Windhoek.
You can choose from 4 direct services every week between Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) and Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA). This is the most popular route, with EW Discover offering a 10:30am departure from WDH to VFA.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Windhoek to VFA.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Windhoek
Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH)
Fly without interruptions from Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH). Nonstop flights from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) are available from here.
Airlink (South Africa) is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport taking off from WDH.
The most frequently booked airline between WDH and VFA is Airlink.
Airlink ranks highest for on-time performance. A dependable 83.33% of its services on this route complete the journey on schedule.
The journey from central Windhoek to WDH takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of arriving at the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport, check out Etango Ranch Guest Farm. It's a short ride from Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport.
Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 89% of flights that take off from WDH land on time.
Windhoek Eros Airport (ERS)
You can arrive at ERS from central Windhoek in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Windhoek Eros Airport the day before your Windhoek to VFA flight:
60% of all departures from Windhoek Eros Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near VFA instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Victoria Falls International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Avis to explore Victoria Falls and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) to central Victoria Falls
Central Victoria Falls is around 18 kilometres from Victoria Falls International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport is R 4,756. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,493. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Snap up cheap flights from Windhoek to VFA by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for March. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), while October is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Victoria Falls based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Victoria Falls is October, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your Windhoek to VFA plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport in July when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Victoria Falls
Start your Victoria Falls trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Windhoek to Victoria Falls International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your visit to Victoria Falls should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Victoria Falls National Park, Safari Victoria Falls and Victoria Falls Rafting.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Next up? Set out for Dete. It's roughly 121 kilometres southeast of Victoria Falls and boasts highlights like Wild Walks.