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 reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek taking off from here.
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is the primary arrival point in Windhoek.
The average time for a direct Johannesburg to Windhoek flight is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Johannesburg and Windhoek share the same timezone, UTC+2.
With 39 flights a week between the two airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek with Airlink (South Africa) at 06:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from JNB to WDH is with Airlink (South Africa) at 17:35.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Johannesburg to Windhoek flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek
Right now, R 2,584 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Windhoek. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,325. 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.
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Flying from Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
If you're after a direct flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek, you can depart from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Get from JNB to Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) in one seamless trip.
Secure your Johannesburg to Windhoek plane tickets with Airlink (South Africa). This airline is a popular choice for direct flights from JNB.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your trip. When booking your Johannesburg to Windhoek flight, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is an option if you're flying out of O.R. Tambo International Airport.
JNB is around 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
77.1% of flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Windhoek
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH)
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) to central Windhoek takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Hop off your flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek and be relaxing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a comfortable option that's not too far from WDH, stay at Etango Ranch Guest Farm.
Begin your adventure 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.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Hosea Kutako International Airport around one week ahead of your Johannesburg to Windhoek flight.
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
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Windhoek:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Christuskirche, National Museum of Namibia and National Botanic Garden of Namibia are top attractions which should be 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.