Travelling from Johannesburg to Windhoek: what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek taking off from here.
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is where you'll be arriving in Windhoek.
Hop on a direct Johannesburg to Windhoek flight and you'll be flying for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Johannesburg and Windhoek are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
With 39 weekly flights between the two airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek with Airlink (South Africa) at 06:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from JNB to WDH is with Airlink (South Africa) at 17:35.
To ensure you make it on your Johannesburg to Windhoek flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek
Right now, 102 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Windhoek. The cheapest price for a return flight is 167 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap Johannesburg to Windhoek flights, reserve your journey eight months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on plane tickets from Johannesburg to Windhoek. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Flying from Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
You can get a direct flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek jetting off from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Start your journey at JNB and arrive at Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH).
Airlink (South Africa) is a leading airline that offers direct Johannesburg to Windhoek plane tickets leaving from JNB.
Whether you'd like to explore another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is a stop you can make on your Johannesburg to Windhoek flight.
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a handy hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 77.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Windhoek
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH)
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) to central Windhoek takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Consider staying at Etango Ranch Guest Farm after touching down from your flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek. It's a quick drive from WDH and a great option if you want to get some rest right away.
Hit the road running by picking up a Hosea Kutako International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Budget and explore beyond Windhoek's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Hosea Kutako International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Best time to go to Windhoek
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek. July is the busiest month for a trip to Windhoek. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
When booking your Johannesburg to Windhoek tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. November is the warmest month in Windhoek, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek in July when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Windhoek
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Windhoek right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Christuskirche, National Museum of Namibia and National Botanic Garden of Namibia are popular attractions which should feature on any good Windhoek itinerary.
Explore more of Namibia
Walvis Bay is just one of the many cities in Namibia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Windhoek. Around 274 kilometres to the west, top sights here include Walvis Bay Waterfront, PELICAN POINT and Walvis Bay Lagoon.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Namibia, head for Swakopmund, roughly 257 kilometres west of Windhoek. National Marine Aquarium, Swakopmund Museum and Hohenzollernhaus are key reasons to visit.
