Flying from London to Windhoek: what you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Windhoek, you'll have your pick of airports to take off from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Touch down at Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH), the primary gateway of Windhoek.
The timezone in Windhoek is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your London to Windhoek flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Windhoek
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap London to Windhoek flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a London to Windhoek flight, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is an option if you're departing from London Heathrow Airport.
LHR is around 26 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a handy hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Windhoek, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Give yourself a moment to stretch your legs during your London to Windhoek flight with a stopover. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is a great option between London Gatwick Airport and Windhoek.
LGW is about 40 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Windhoek:
69% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The trip to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Windhoek flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that depart from STN arrive at their destination within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
Arriving in Windhoek
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH)
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) to central Windhoek takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
After your flight from London to Windhoek has landed, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Etango Ranch Guest Farm is a great option that's a quick drive from WDH.
Pick up a Hosea Kutako International Airport rental car and discover Windhoek and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Europcar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Hosea Kutako International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Best time to go to Windhoek
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Windhoek. To avoid the crowds, visit Windhoek in February.
When booking your London to Windhoek tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. November is the warmest month in Windhoek, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap flights from London to Windhoek around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Windhoek
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Windhoek right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Windhoek:
Christuskirche and National Museum of Namibia are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Windhoek itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Botanic Garden of Namibia.
Explore more of Namibia
You've seen Windhoek, now it's time to explore more of Namibia. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Walvis Bay to check off its leading sights. From Walvis Bay Waterfront to PELICAN POINT and Walvis Bay Lagoon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Swakopmund is another standout destination in Namibia and is around 257 kilometres west of Windhoek. No trip is complete without a visit to National Marine Aquarium, Swakopmund Museum and Hohenzollernhaus.
