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Cheapest return flight
R6 485
Typical prices: R5 963-R9 543
South African
Tue 6/11Fri 9/11
VFA - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
R9 735
Typical prices: R9 008-R10 366
Kenya Airways
Tue 6/11Fri 9/11
VFA - CPT • Direct
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You can fly direct with Airlink, Kenya Airways, and Air Tanzania. Average duration is 3h 06m
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Most punctual • 98% on-time
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Victoria Falls to Cape Town (VFA-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Victoria Falls to Cape Town

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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14:20 - 17:30VFA  Victoria Falls-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:00 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-VFA Victoria Falls
6h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R6 485South African
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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14:20 - 10:25VFA  Victoria Falls-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:00 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-VFA Victoria Falls
7h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R6 583South African
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
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14:20 - 10:25VFA  Victoria Falls-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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17:25 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-VFA Victoria Falls
20h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R6 616South African
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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14:20 - 23:35VFA  Victoria Falls-CPT Cape Town Intl
9h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:00 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-VFA Victoria Falls
7h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R6 829South African
Sun, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 24
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15:35 - 8:15VFA  Victoria Falls-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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18:35 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-VFA Victoria Falls
20h 00m1 stop Johannesburg Lanseria
R7 519FlySafair
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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14:20 - 18:15VFA  Victoria Falls-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 55m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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13:30 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-VFA Victoria Falls
24h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R7 683Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
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14:20 - 10:25VFA  Victoria Falls-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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13:30 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-VFA Victoria Falls
24h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R7 732Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14
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12:25 - 18:05VFA  Victoria Falls-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:05 - 13:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-VFA Victoria Falls
7h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R8 898Airlink
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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14:00 - 22:50VFA  Victoria Falls-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:05 - 13:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-VFA Victoria Falls
7h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 423Airlink
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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13:25 - 16:30VFA  Victoria Falls-CPT Cape Town Intl
3h 05mdirect
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7:00 - 13:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-VFA Victoria Falls
6h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 555Airlink
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Victoria Falls to Cape Town flights

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How much is a return flight from Victoria Falls to Cape Town?

Return flights from Victoria Falls to Cape Town start at R6 485. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R5 963 to R9 543. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R6 485 on South African.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Victoria Falls to Cape Town and is 16% cheaper than the average day. Thursday 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 Victoria Falls to Cape Town?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Victoria Falls to Cape Town at R5 647 return.
•December (R11 114) and July (R10 146) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 96% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Victoria Falls to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R3 924
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 22% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Victoria Falls to Cape Town

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Your Victoria Falls to Cape Town 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 Victoria Falls to Cape Town?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:25 and lands at 13:31
    • Latest: departs at 14:45 and lands at 17:51.

    The flight takes about 3h 06m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Victoria Falls to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Victoria Falls to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Victoria Falls to Cape Town takes 3h 06m, covering 3 066 km.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

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

    Return flights from Victoria Falls to Cape Town range from R5 963 to R9 543, with an average of R7 683 over the past 12 months. Anything below R5 963 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average R6 817 return via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB), compared with R9 917 for direct.

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

    The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Airlink and Kenya Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Victoria Falls to Cape Town flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Victoria Falls to Cape Town 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 R6 485 to R35 936. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Victoria Falls to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R4 508, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Flights from Victoria Falls to Cape Town usually depart from Victoria Falls (VFA) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

    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 Victoria Falls to Cape Town?

    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 Victoria Falls to Cape Town route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 50 minutes.

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

    Most connecting flights from Victoria Falls to Cape Town pass through Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

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

    On the Victoria Falls to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 21%. Saturday is the cheapest day at R6 485 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R8 192 – a R1 707 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    3 airlines operate flights between Victoria Falls and Cape Town. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Airlink
    • Kenya Airways
    • Air Tanzania

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Victoria Falls to Cape Town flights:

    • Airlink: offers free seat selection
    • Kenya Airways: offers extra legroom; 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 Victoria Falls to Cape Town flights?

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

    • Airlink: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Kenya Airways: 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.

  • What airlines commonly operate flights from Victoria Falls to Cape Town?

    If you’d like to fly direct, Kenya Airways and Airlink are the only two airlines offering nonstop flights between the two destinations. Otherwise, you will find one-stop flights operated by fastjet, Cemair, Lift, FlySafair, and Hahn Air.

  • What are some common layovers between Victoria Falls and Cape Town?

    Most of the flights between these two cities are direct, but if you have chosen a one-stop flight, your layover will depend on the airline. For example, fastjet and Hahn Air both stop in Johannesburg (JNB), and Airlink also offers a one-stop flight with the same layover destination. It is rare to find flights with layovers that are not in Johannesburg.

  • How can I make my flight from Victoria Falls to Cape Town more sustainable?

    Eco-conscious travelers will want to take public transport to reach the airport in Victoria Falls and again to reach their final destination after landing in Cape Town. You can also consider booking direct flights to reduce the amount of fuel burned during takeoffs and landings. Pack light in order to reduce the weight on the plane. Finally, book an economy class ticket, as these smaller seats come with a lower carbon footprint.

  • What documents do I need to fly from Victoria Falls to Cape Town?

    US citizens flying from Victoria Falls to Cape Town will need their valid passport. You do not need a visa if you will stay for less than 90 days in South Africa. Citizens of Zimbabwe will also need a valid passport and will need to apply for a visa before the flight to South Africa.

Your guide to booking Victoria Falls to Cape Town 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 Saturday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average R6 485 – about R1 707 less than Thursday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Victoria Falls to Cape Town trip for August. Fares historically average R5 647 return in that month – typically R5 467 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Airlink is the strongest pick on this route. 98% of Airlink flights from Victoria Falls to Cape Town arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 93%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour50 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • 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 R6 817 return on this route – about R3 100 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
  • Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe is served by Victoria Falls Airport (VFA), which is not currently a hub for any airlines. This airport also serves nearby towns like Matetsi and Livingstone across the border in Zambia.
  • Cape Town, South Africa, is served by Cape Town International Airport (CPT), a hub for Airlink, FlySafair, South African Airways, and more. Aside from Cape Town, CPT also serves nearby Stellenbosch.
  • If you want to book the cheapest flights from Victoria Falls to Cape Town, your flight will likely have one stop and be operated by two different airlines, such as fastjet and FlySafair. This also means you will likely need to make a self-transfer, sometimes to a different airport, so be sure you have enough time for this.
  • If you are taking a lot of luggage from Victoria Falls to Cape Town, consider upgrading your ticket. This is because many of the airlines operating this route, such as fastjet and FlySafair, are low-cost airlines that don’t allow economy passengers to bring more than a personal item on board free of charge. To bring more luggage, it’s probably cheaper to upgrade your ticket rather than paying for extra baggage individually.
  • If you are departing from Victoria Falls early in the morning, consider staying in a hotel close to the airport the night before. While there are no hotels on airport property, there are plenty nearby just a short shuttle ride away, such as The Victoria Falls Hotel.

Prefer to fly direct from Victoria Falls to Cape Town Intl?

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

Direct departures

Victoria Falls to Cape Town Intl

Monday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Tuesday

Airlink

Airlink

Wednesday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Thursday

Air Tanzania,Airlink

Air Tanzania,Airlink

Friday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Saturday

Airlink

Airlink

Sunday

Air Tanzania,Airlink

Air Tanzania,Airlink

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Direct returns

Cape Town Intl to Victoria Falls

Monday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Tuesday

Airlink

Airlink

Wednesday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Thursday

Airlink

Airlink

Friday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Saturday

Airlink

Airlink

Sunday

Airlink

Airlink

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