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Cheapest return flight
£220
Typical prices: £285-£355
South African
Fri 2/11Fri 9/11
HRE - VFA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£259
Typical prices: £293-£354
Euroairlines
Mon 3/12Mon 10/12
HRE - VFA • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with fastjet and Air Zimbabwe. Average duration is 1h 10m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 76% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 8% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £258 (return)
Shortest trip • 2h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Harare to Victoria Falls (HRE-VFA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Harare to Victoria Falls

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
South African Logo
06:10 - 13:30HRE  Harare-VFA Victoria Falls
7h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
South African Logo
14:20 - 21:55VFA  Victoria Falls-HRE Harare
7h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£220South African
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
South African Logo
12:40 - 13:30HRE  Harare-VFA Victoria Falls
24h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
South African Logo
14:20 - 21:55VFA  Victoria Falls-HRE Harare
7h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£244South African
Sun, 6 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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17:45 - 11:45HRE  Harare-VFA Victoria Falls
18h 00m1 stop Johannesburg Lanseria
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14:00 - 10:05VFA  Victoria Falls-HRE Harare
20h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£258Airlink
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Euroairlines Logo
07:30 - 08:40HRE  Harare-VFA Victoria Falls
1h 10mdirect
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09:10 - 10:20VFA  Victoria Falls-HRE Harare
1h 10mdirect
£259Euroairlines
Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
fastjet Logo
09:10 - 10:20HRE  Harare-VFA Victoria Falls
1h 10mdirect
fastjet Logo
11:40 - 12:45VFA  Victoria Falls-HRE Harare
1h 05mdirect
£270fastjet
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Euroairlines Logo
07:30 - 09:00HRE  Harare-VFA Victoria Falls
1h 30mdirect
Euroairlines Logo
09:30 - 11:00VFA  Victoria Falls-HRE Harare
1h 30mdirect
£271Euroairlines
Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
fastjet Logo
09:10 - 10:20HRE  Harare-VFA Victoria Falls
1h 10mdirect
fastjet Logo
11:40 - 12:45VFA  Victoria Falls-HRE Harare
1h 05mdirect
£273fastjet
Sun, 6 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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08:50 - 13:20HRE  Harare-VFA Victoria Falls
4h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:25 - 20:30VFA  Victoria Falls-HRE Harare
8h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£280Airlink
Tue, 6 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
Hahn Air Systems Logo
09:10 - 10:20HRE  Harare-VFA Victoria Falls
1h 10mdirect
Hahn Air Systems Logo
16:05 - 17:10VFA  Victoria Falls-HRE Harare
1h 05mdirect
£296Hahn Air Systems
Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
Hahn Air Systems Logo
13:15 - 14:25HRE  Harare-VFA Victoria Falls
1h 10mdirect
Hahn Air Systems Logo
10:50 - 11:55VFA  Victoria Falls-HRE Harare
1h 05mdirect
£368Hahn Air Systems
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Harare to Victoria Falls flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Harare to Victoria Falls with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Harare to Victoria Falls?

Return flights from Harare to Victoria Falls start at £220. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £285 to £355. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £220 on South African.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harare to Victoria Falls?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harare to Victoria Falls and is 4% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Victoria Falls?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Victoria Falls at £294 return.
•June (£355) and July (£354) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 20% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Harare to Victoria Falls the cheapest?

Flights from Harare to Victoria Falls are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Harare to Victoria Falls flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£137
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Harare to Victoria Falls

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Harare to Victoria Falls based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Harare to Victoria Falls flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Harare to Victoria Falls:

    • Earliest: departs at 07:30 and lands at 08:40
    • Latest: departs at 14:25 and lands at 15:35.

    The flight takes about 1h 10m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Harare to Victoria Falls.

  • How long is a flight from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    A direct flight from Harare to Victoria Falls takes 1h 10m, covering 345 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Harare to Victoria Falls flight?

    Return flights from Harare to Victoria Falls range from £285 to £355, with an average of £318 over the past 12 months. Anything below £285 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Harare to Victoria Falls flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 7% above the route average of £318. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £258 return via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB), compared with £321 for direct.

  • How does Air Zimbabwe's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Harare to Victoria Falls flights?

    Air Zimbabwe is the only airline operating Harare to Victoria Falls flights. 76% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £13–£21 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    The Embraer ERJ-145 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by fastjet and Euroairlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer ERJ-135 / ERJ-140 / ERJ-145 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Harare to Victoria Falls spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Harare to Victoria Falls flights, with 75% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Harare to Victoria Falls changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £220 to £1,381. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Harare to Victoria Falls looking right now?

    One-way fares from Harare to Victoria Falls are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £269, which is 69% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)?

    Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £35 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Final Rentals
    • Europcar
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Avis
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    Flights from Harare to Victoria Falls usually depart from Harare (HRE) and arrive at Victoria Falls (VFA).

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Harare to Victoria Falls route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 56 minutes.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Harare to Victoria Falls pass through?

    Connecting flights from Harare to Victoria Falls most commonly pass through:

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 85% of one-stop connections
    • Bulawayo (BUQ) – 15% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the Harare to Victoria Falls route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £305 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £337, a difference of £32. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    2 airlines operate flights between Harare and Victoria Falls. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • fastjet
    • Air Zimbabwe

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Harare to Victoria Falls?

    Flying via Bulawayo (BUQ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 2h 26m, compared to 6h 13m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Harare to Victoria Falls flights?

    Among airlines operating Harare to Victoria Falls flights:

    • fastjet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Harare to Victoria Falls flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • fastjet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Euroairlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air Zimbabwe: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • How do I reach Harare's Robert Mugabe International Airport (HRE) from the city centre?

    Unfortunately, there isn't any public transport service linking central Harare to the airport. If you've hired a car you can drive there in about 20 minutes; otherwise, the remaining option is to catch a taxi. Don't get one at the central taxi rank, however, as they can be pretty expensive. Instead, catch yours from the Flyover Rank on Seke Road. This will also take about 20 minutes to the airport.

  • How do I get to Victoria Falls itself from Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA)?

    To reach Victoria Falls from the airport, travel north into the Victoria Falls National Park. It's not a long drive if you have a hire car, taking just under 20 minutes to get there. If you prefer not to hire a car just for the day, you can catch a taxi to reach the falls in the same amount of time. The airport also offers a direct shuttle service that takes just under 25 minutes.

  • Can I hire a car at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA)?

    While Victoria Airport is one of the smallest international airports in Africa, you'll still find a few international car hire agencies there, as well as a couple of local brands. Given the airport's size, you'll have no trouble finding them in the Arrivals hall once you've landed. Your vehicle will be waiting for you in the airport's single parking lot, as you exit the terminal building.

  • How do I fly more eco-consciously on this route?

    Even though this is a relatively short domestic flight, you can still reduce your carbon footprint very significantly. Choose Euroairlines operated by Air Zimbabwe and you can cut carbon emissions by a whopping 73%. Another option is to book with fastjet, for a saving of around 66%. These flights are direct and only take about 1 hour.

Your guide to booking Harare to Victoria Falls flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average £305 – about £32 less than Monday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Harare to Victoria Falls trip for March. Fares historically average £294 return in that month – typically £61 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £258 return on this route – about £63 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Harare's Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) is the primary hub for the country's national carrier, Air Zimbabwe. Once you've visited Victoria Falls, it's easy to catch domestic flights to tourist attractions in other cities like Bulawayo in the southern region.
  • There are a number of hotels at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), so you can conveniently stay there on your visit. The Victoria Falls Waterfront, the Victoria Falls Rainbow Hotel, and the Stanley and Livingstone Boutique Hotel are all great choices.
  • If you're touring Zimbabwe with lots of luggage and you don't want to take it all with you on a day's flight to Victoria Falls and back, you can use the secure short-term baggage storage facilities at Harare Airport.
  • When travelling Economy Class, you can still relax in the Dzimbahwe Executive Lounge at Harare Airport. You can buy a day pass in advance or just pay at the door when you arrive. You can get alcoholic and soft beverages, and business travellers will appreciate the conference facilities inside.
  • To land a little closer to Victoria Falls and save on driving time, consider flying to Livingstone in Zambia instead. The city's Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI), is a slightly shorter drive to the Zambian side of the falls. They look equally spectacular from there.

Prefer to fly direct from Harare to Victoria Falls?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Harare Airport to Victoria Falls Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Harare to Victoria Falls

Monday

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Tuesday

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Wednesday

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Thursday

fastjet

fastjet

Friday

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Saturday

fastjet

fastjet

Sunday

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

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Direct returns

Victoria Falls to Harare

Monday

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Tuesday

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Wednesday

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Thursday

fastjet

fastjet

Friday

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Air Zimbabwe,fastjet

Saturday

fastjet

fastjet

Sunday

fastjet

fastjet

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