Victoria Falls International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About Victoria Falls International Airport
Victoria Falls Airport is an international airport serving the Victoria Falls tourism industry, and is 18 kilometres (11 mi) south of the town of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
FVFANOTAMs
FVFAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 13,123 ft / 4,000 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | FALLS APP | 121.100 MHz |
| TWR | FALLS TWR | 121.100 MHz |
Services & operations
Victoria Falls International Airport has a 4,000m runway suitable for wide body aircraft and offers various passenger services.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: E (from about 90°), on 35% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 76% | 5,437 ft | |
| Feb | 89% | 5,556 ft | |
| Mar | 92% | 5,527 ft | |
| Apr | 93% | 5,371 ft | |
| May | 100% | 5,133 ft | |
| Jun | 100% | 4,684 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 4,747 ft | |
| Aug | 93% | 5,207 ft | |
| Sep | 79% | 5,846 ft | |
| Oct | 93% | 5,994 ft | |
| Nov | 97% | 5,757 ft | |
| Dec | 90% | 5,601 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~4,684–5,994 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Victoria Falls International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Victoria Falls International Airport?
The ICAO code for Victoria Falls International Airport is FVFA, and its IATA code is VFA.
Where is Victoria Falls International Airport located?
Victoria Falls International Airport is large airport located in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, at an elevation of 3,490 ft (1,064 m).
How many runways does Victoria Falls International Airport have?
Victoria Falls International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 13,123 ft / 4,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Victoria Falls International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Victoria Falls International Airport include Air Namibia, Air Zimbabwe, British Airways, South African Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Victoria Falls International Airport?
Historical data lists 5 nonstop destinations from Victoria Falls International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Victoria Falls International Airport in?
Victoria Falls International Airport is in the Africa/Harare time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Victoria Falls International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Victoria Falls International Airport is approximately 8.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Victoria Falls International Airport?
The nearest airport to Victoria Falls International Airport is Kazungula Airport (ZW-0054), about 10.7 nm to the nnw, followed by Baobab Plains Airfield and Batoka Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Victoria Falls International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.