Victoria Falls International Airport

FVFA / VFA

Victoria Falls, ZW

Last Updated
Mar 3, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 11 hours ago
16:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
3 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FVFA 031600Z 25003KT 9999 TS FEW040CB SCT050 BKN080 22/21 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,490 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,490 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,490 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,490 ft AMSL
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
897 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,490 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,498 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,176 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.0°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VFA
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
13,123 ft 148 ft ASP 110°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FVFA

1,301 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.8%
MVFR
12%
IFR
2%
LIFR
0.2%

Victoria Falls International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 39°C with an average of 26.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
12%
NE
24.4%
E
38.8%
SE
11.2%
S
3.3%
SW
0.8%
W
3.4%
NW
5.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.4°C
Range: 16°C to 39°C
16°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

March October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 1,301 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Victoria Falls International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FVFA
IATA Code: VFA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,490 ft MSL

Location

City: Victoria Falls
Country: ZW
Latitude: -18.095900°
Longitude: 25.839001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Victoria Falls International Airport

Overview

Victoria Falls International Airport serves the iconic tourist destination of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, positioned strategically near the Zambian border. As a medium-sized airport situated at 3,490 feet mean sea level, it supports regional and international air traffic to one of Africa's most significant natural landmarks.

Flying Conditions

Flight conditions at Victoria Falls are predominantly visual, with 85% of observations reporting VFR conditions and only 2% IFR. The airport experiences consistently favorable weather, with temperatures averaging 26.6°C and ranging between 16°C and 39°C. October through December represent the most reliable VFR months, characterized by stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (12/30) measuring 13,123 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium to large aircraft. Prevailing easterly winds at an average of 7.8 knots characterize the local wind environment, with occasional gusts up to 26 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic location contribute to generally predictable meteorological patterns.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 4.7 knots. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with negligible instances of reduced visibility or fog. The consistent wind and expansive runway provide stable approach and landing conditions for most aircraft types.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.