Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA): what you need to know
Victoria Falls's timezone is UTC+2, making Victoria Falls two hours ahead of Birmingham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your BHX to VFA flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
Right now, C$836 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$1,914. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BHX to VFA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Birmingham International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65.48% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BHX:
Arriving at Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VFA instead:
Grab a Victoria Falls Airport rental car and explore Victoria Falls and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Budget and Avis are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Victoria Falls Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to central Victoria Falls
From Victoria Falls Airport, Victoria Falls is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Victoria Falls. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport for October if you'd like to explore Victoria Falls during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BHX to VFA around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
You've visited Victoria Falls, now it's time to explore other parts of Zimbabwe. Journey about 386 kilometres south-east to Bulawayo to tick off its top attractions. From Matobo National Park to Natural History Museum and Bulawayo Railway Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Victoria Falls, Gweru is another essential stop in Zimbabwe. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Gweru park, Midlands Museum and Mt. Pleasant Farm.