Travelling from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA): What you need to know
Nairobi's main base, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA).
3 hours 15 minutes is the average duration of a direct Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport flight.
Victoria Falls International Airport is located in Victoria Falls. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Nairobi.
The most popular route is from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA). You can choose from 3 direct services each week. Kenya Airways operates a 7:25am departure between NBO and VFA.
Your flight from Nairobi to VFA won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
You can book a direct flight from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) leaving from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Kenya Airways is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport taking off from NBO.
The top choice among passengers flying between NBO and VFA is Kenya Airways.
With 65.38% of services landing on schedule, Kenya Airways is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a cheap flight from Nairobi to VFA, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is one option when leaving from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
The journey from central Nairobi to NBO takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
62% of flights departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can arrive at WIL from the centre of Nairobi in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Nairobi to VFA flight? Relax in a hotel near Nairobi Wilson Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Nairobi Wilson Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 72%.
About Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA)
Have a late flight from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near VFA and hit the lights earlier:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport flight.
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 taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA)
Rs95,269 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs172,012. These prices can change based on demand.
Get cheap flights from Nairobi to VFA by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring cheap Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA). Plan your visit to Victoria Falls in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Nairobi to VFA plane ticket departing in October if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Victoria Falls to range from 19ºC to 38ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 30ºC.
More about Victoria Falls
Start your Victoria Falls trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Victoria Falls International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Victoria Falls wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Victoria Falls National Park, Victoria Falls Rafting and Rock Pool.