Travelling from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) departing from here.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 45 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport flight.
Victoria Falls's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg. Victoria Falls Airport is located in Victoria Falls.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) is the most popular route. There are 38 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Safair at 1:05pm. Go for the first JNB to VFA departure operated by Fastjet Zimbabwe at 9:45am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Johannesburg to VFA. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during peak seasons, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Fly without interruptions from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) are available from here.
Direct flights from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport are available from numerous airlines at JNB. Travel with one of these:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between JNB and VFA is Fastjet Zimbabwe.
Among carriers on this route, Airlink (South Africa) has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 77.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport. Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is one of the main options between Lanseria International Airport and VFA.
Driving from central Johannesburg to HLA usually takes 50 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 48 kilometres.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to VFA flight:
About Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near VFA:
Pick up a Victoria Falls Airport rental car and discover Victoria Falls and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Budget and Avis are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
Rs22,416 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport. Return flights start from Rs51,654. These fares may change based on availability.
Snap up cheap flights from Johannesburg to VFA by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Johannesburg to Victoria Falls 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 Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA). Plan your visit to Victoria Falls in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Johannesburg to VFA flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. October is the warmest month in Victoria Falls, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 38ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 27ºC.
More about Victoria Falls
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Victoria Falls:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Victoria Falls when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Victoria Falls National Park followed by Victoria Falls Activities and Victoria Falls Rafting.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Victoria Falls is only a small part of what Zimbabwe has to offer. Head onward to Dete, which is about 121 kilometres away to the south-east. From Hwange Safari Lodge Entrance Gate to Wild Walks, there's plenty to see and do in this exciting city.
Your journey through Zimbabwe wouldn't feel complete without exploring Siabuwa. Sinampande Secondary School is one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 241 kilometres east of Victoria Falls.