Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Rooikop Airport (WVB): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rooikop Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Johannesburg and Walvis Bay share the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Take your pick of 11 weekly O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rooikop Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with Airlink (South Africa) is the earliest you can take. Airlink (South Africa) operates the last service of the day at 10:20.
Your JNB to WVB flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Walvis Bay (and then seeing more of Namibia!) is a cinch with Airlink (South Africa). This popular airline has direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rooikop Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Airlink (South Africa).
Airlink (South Africa) is the most punctual carrier that operates JNB to WVB flights. An impressive 94.03% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Rooikop Airport (WVB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rooikop Airport flight is 170 €. A return plane ticket right now is 314 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from JNB to WVB, reserve your trip six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rooikop Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JNB to WVB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rooikop Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
77.1% of flights taking off from O.R. Tambo International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you're taking an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rooikop Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Rooikop Airport (WVB)
Grab a Rooikop Airport rental car and discover Walvis Bay and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Budget and Avis are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best possible deal, book your vehicle from Rooikop Airport several weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Rooikop Airport (WVB) to central Walvis Bay
Rooikop Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Walvis Bay. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Rooikop Airport (WVB)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rooikop Airport is February, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Walvis Bay based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Walvis Bay is March, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Rooikop Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
August has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JNB to WVB sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Namibia
Walvis Bay has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Namibia just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres east of Walvis Bay, a visit to Windhoek will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Christuskirche, National Museum of Namibia and National Botanic Garden of Namibia.
If you want to check out another major destination in Namibia, consider Swakopmund, roughly 32 kilometres north of Walvis Bay. National Marine Aquarium, Swakopmund Museum and Hohenzollernhaus are the start of reasons to visit.