Flying from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Nelspruit and Victoria Falls share the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Take your pick of eight weekly Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport flights. The 11:35 departure with Airlink (South Africa) is the earliest flight available. Fastjet Zimbabwe operates the last service of the day at 12:45.
To ensure you catch your MQP to VFA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Jetting into Victoria Falls (and then discovering more of Zimbabwe!) is a snap with Airlink (South Africa). This popular carrier has direct flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Airlink (South Africa) on this route.
Airlink (South Africa) is the most punctual carrier operating MQP to VFA flights, with 77.78% of its services arriving as planned.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
At the moment, Rs56,416 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs141,229. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book two months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MQP to VFA.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MQP arrive at their destination as scheduled 86.23% of the time.
To reach Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport from central Nelspruit, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MQP? If you're catching an early flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
If you're coming in on a late Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near VFA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Victoria Falls Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Avis and explore beyond Victoria Falls's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Victoria Falls Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to central Victoria Falls
From Victoria Falls Airport, Victoria Falls is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
The quietest month for a flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Victoria Falls based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Victoria Falls, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 38ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MQP to VFA in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
You've done Victoria Falls, now it's time to discover other parts of Zimbabwe. Travel 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, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Gweru is another favourite destination in Zimbabwe and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Victoria Falls. No journey is complete without seeing Gweru park, Midlands Museum and Mt. Pleasant Farm.