VFA - Victoria Falls International Airport

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

IATA Code: VFA · Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

The airport code VFA is the IATA identifier for Victoria Falls International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Victoria Falls Airport (VFA).

Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) serves Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

VFA is the IATA airport code for Victoria Falls International Airport, located in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. The airport is situated at coordinates 18.0959°S, 25.8390°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.

Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)

$5.56/gallon

⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%

Airport Information

IATA Code
VFA
City
Victoria Falls
Country
Zimbabwe
Timezone
Africa/Harare
Latitude
-18.0959°
Longitude
25.8390°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
Africa

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VFA

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
LVI - Livingstone 31 km $483 $1/passenger
BBK - Kasane 77 km $1,199 $2/passenger
WKI - Hwange 78 km $1,214 $2/passenger
HWN - Hwange National Park 138 km $2,148 $4/passenger
MPA - Mpacha 183 km $2,849 $6/passenger
KHW - Khwai River 246 km $3,830 $8/passenger
SXN - Sowa 275 km $4,281 $9/passenger
BZH - Bumi Hills 302 km $4,702 $9/passenger
MUB - Maun 328 km $5,106 $10/passenger
ORP - Orapa 357 km $5,558 $11/passenger
BUQ - Bulawayo 362 km $5,636 $11/passenger
KAB - Kariba 368 km $5,729 $11/passenger
FRW - Francistown 381 km $5,931 $12/passenger
LUN - Lusaka 415 km $6,461 $13/passenger
SWX - Shakawe 424 km $6,601 $13/passenger
MNR - Mongu 426 km $6,632 $13/passenger
GWE - Gwert 449 km $6,990 $14/passenger
PKW - Selebi-phikwe 487 km $7,582 $15/passenger
HRE - Harare 556 km $8,656 $17/passenger
TLD - Tuli Lodge 570 km $8,874 $18/passenger
MVZ - Masvingo 571 km $8,889 $18/passenger
GNZ - Ghanzi 592 km $9,216 $18/passenger
ADY - Alldays 610 km $9,496 $19/passenger
KIW - Southdowns 628 km $9,777 $20/passenger
NLA - Ndola 643 km $10,010 $20/passenger
NDU - Rundu 647 km $10,072 $20/passenger
CGJ - Kasompe 652 km $10,150 $20/passenger
BFO - Chiredzi 683 km $10,633 $21/passenger
GBE - Gaberone 718 km $11,178 $22/passenger
UTA - Mutare 723 km $11,256 $23/passenger
JWA - Jwaneng 733 km $11,411 $23/passenger
PTG - Potgietersrus 741 km $11,536 $23/passenger
FBM - Lubumashi 746 km $11,614 $23/passenger
LTA - Tzaneen 789 km $12,283 $25/passenger
VPY - Chimoio 808 km $12,579 $25/passenger
KWZ - Kolwezi 816 km $12,703 $25/passenger
NTY - Pilanesberg 817 km $12,719 $25/passenger
GFY - Grootfontein 829 km $12,906 $26/passenger
MNS - Mansa 840 km $13,077 $26/passenger
MFU - Mfuwe 846 km $13,171 $26/passenger
PHW - Phalaborwa 852 km $13,264 $27/passenger
MBD - Mafeking 857 km $13,342 $27/passenger
TET - Tete 858 km $13,357 $27/passenger
TSB - Tsumeb 864 km $13,451 $27/passenger
PRY - Pretoria 876 km $13,638 $27/passenger
CIP - Chipata 881 km $13,715 $27/passenger
HDS - Hoedspruit 882 km $13,731 $27/passenger
WKF - Waterkloof 894 km $13,918 $28/passenger
HLA - Johannesburg 898 km $13,980 $28/passenger
GCJ - Johannesburg 909 km $14,151 $28/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VFA Flights

Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.

Currently, the Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.

Tips to Save on Flights from VFA

Climate & Weather at Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.

Traveler Guide: Flying Through VFA

VFA operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.

Planning Your Trip via VFA

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