Travelling from New York to Windhoek: what you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Windhoek begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main terminals in New York.
Hop off the plane at Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH), the chief entry point to Windhoek.
The timezone in Windhoek is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of New York.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your New York to Windhoek flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Windhoek
To pick up cheap New York to Windhoek flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Windhoek, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Consider adding a stop at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). It's a key stopover on a New York to Windhoek flight leaving Newark Liberty International Airport. Use a longer layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a short break to grab a coffee at an airport cafe.
You can reach EWR from the centre of New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from New York to Windhoek, take it easy in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
73.3% of all departures from Newark Liberty International Airport arrive according to schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From central New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you take public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your New York to Windhoek flight with time to spare. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
LGA has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 80.0%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and get to your destination as expected.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
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 checking in to Etango Ranch Guest Farm after your flight from New York to Windhoek. It's a quick drive from WDH and a great option if you want to rest right after your journey.
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Hosea Kutako International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Windhoek and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Hosea Kutako International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Best time to go to Windhoek
July is the most popular month for flights from New York to Windhoek. To escape the crowds, go to Windhoek in February.
Lock in a New York to Windhoek ticket departing in November if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Windhoek to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from New York to Windhoek in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
More about Windhoek
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Windhoek, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Windhoek:
Christuskirche and National Museum of Namibia are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Windhoek to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Botanic Garden of Namibia.
Explore more of Namibia
You've done Windhoek, now it's time to explore other corners of Namibia. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Walvis Bay to check off its must-visit sights. From Walvis Bay Waterfront to PELICAN POINT and Walvis Bay Lagoon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 257 kilometres west of Windhoek, Swakopmund is another essential stop in Namibia. No visit is complete without checking out National Marine Aquarium, Swakopmund Museum and Hohenzollernhaus.
