A practical guide to planning a trip from Casablanca to Hwange in Zimbabwe: distance, flights, visas, time difference and the best time to go.
- Approx. air distance
- 6,733 km
- Estimated non-stop flight time
- about 9.1 hours
- Arrival airport
- Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA)
- Airport to destination by road
- 2–3 hours approx.
- Time difference
- +1 h
- Local currency
- ZWG
- Best time
- August to October
Flights from Casablanca
We are not aware of confirmed non-stop flights from Casablanca to VFA, so most travellers connect once through a Gulf or African hub. Check current schedules. Airlines based in Casablanca include Royal Air Maroc and Air Arabia Maroc.
Visa and entry
Zimbabwe's Department of Immigration accepts visa applications online through its official portal. Requirements depend on nationality, so check the portal before travel. The US dollar is widely used alongside the local currency.
Official e-visa portal for Zimbabwe
A yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if arriving from a yellow-fever-risk country. Malaria is present throughout the country. Consult a doctor or travel clinic before your trip.
How many days you need
Counting travel days, plan around 6 days in total to enjoy Hwange without rushing.
Best time to go
| Month | Temp (°C) | Rain | Experience | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19–29 | rainy season | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| February | 18–30 | rainy season | ★★★★★ | very quiet |
| March | 17–30 | some rain | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| April | 13–29 | some rain | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| May | 9–27 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| June | 6–25 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | moderate |
| July | 6–24 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | busy |
| August | 8–28 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | busy |
| September | 13–32 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | busy |
| October | 17–33 | mostly dry | ★★★★★ | moderate |
| November | 18–32 | some rain | ★★★★★ | quiet |
| December | 18–30 | rainy season | ★★★★★ | quiet |
Hwange from other cities: Riyadh · Jeddah · Dammam · Medina · Dubai · Abu Dhabi · Sharjah · Doha · Kuwait City · Manama · Muscat · Amman · Cairo · Beirut
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the trip from Casablanca to Hwange?
A non-stop flight would take about 9.1 hours; add connections and the airport transfer.
Are there direct flights from Casablanca?
Usually you will need one connection.
Do I need a visa for Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe's Department of Immigration accepts visa applications online through its official portal. Requirements depend on nationality, so check the portal before travel. The US dollar is widely used alongside the local currency.
Sources: ZimParks - Hwange National Park · Zimbabwe Tourism - Hwange National Park · Climates to Travel (1991-2020 normals) - Hwange National Park · Zimbabwe e-Visa – Department of Immigration · Zimbabwe Tourism Authority · CDC Travelers' Health – Zimbabwe · Royal Air Maroc – Casablanca to Cairo · Royal Air Maroc – Casablanca to Marrakech · Royal Air Maroc – Casablanca to Errachidia
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.