Airports Near Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls — Livingstone, Zambia. The closest airports, distances, and the best gateway to fly into.
The closest airport to Victoria Falls is Livingstone Airport (LVI), about 7 mi (12 km) away. For most international visitors the main gateway is Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), roughly 12 mi (19 km) out — about a 40 min transfer.
Nearest airports to Victoria Falls
| Airport | Distance | By road |
|---|---|---|
| Livingstone Airport (LVI) | 7 mi | 25 min |
| Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA)Intl | 12 mi | 40 min |
| Kasane Airport (BBK) | 46 mi | 1 hr 22 min |
| Hwange Airport (WKI) | 53 mi | 1 hr 35 min |
| Hwange National Park Airport (HWN) | 91 mi | 2 hr 7 min |
| Sesheke Airport (SJQ) | 107 mi | 2 hr 29 min |
Straight-line distance and an estimated road transfer time. Airports marked “Intl” are major international gateways with the widest choice of flights.
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Getting to Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls sits in Livingstone, Zambia. The very nearest airstrip is Livingstone Airport, but most travellers arriving from overseas route through Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), which has far more international connections. From there it is roughly a 40 min transfer to the attraction.
Which airport should you fly into?
If you are flying internationally, the major gateway is almost always the better choice — more routes, more competition on fares, and easier onward transport. A smaller airport closer to Victoria Falls can save transfer time, but usually only makes sense if you are already in the region or connecting on a domestic flight. Compare the journey time in the table above against the fare difference before deciding.
From the airport to Victoria Falls
The simplest option after a long flight is a pre-booked private transfer that meets you at arrivals. Taxis and ride-hailing apps work well over shorter distances, and many gateways have train or bus links into the city. Build the transfer time into your plans — especially if you have a timed entry ticket for Victoria Falls.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest airport is Livingstone Airport (LVI), about 7 mi (12 km) from Victoria Falls. The nearest major international gateway is Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), about 12 mi (19 km) away.
