Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Windhoek: what you need to know
San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Windhoek is nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
For a relaxed start to your SFO to Windhoek flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Travelling from central San Francisco to SFO takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Windhoek, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.36% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Windhoek
The best price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Windhoek flight is R 14,978. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 32,176. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from SFO to Windhoek. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Windhoek
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH)
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Windhoek. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
Consider checking in to Etango Ranch Guest Farm after touching down from your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Windhoek. It's a short drive from WDH and a good option if you're eager to get some rest right away.
Travel at your own speed with a Hosea Kutako International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Budget and experience more of Windhoek and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Hosea Kutako International Airport around one week before your flight from SFO to Windhoek.
Best time to go to Windhoek
Before scheduling your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Windhoek, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Windhoek offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Lock in a San Francisco International Airport to Windhoek flight ticket with a departure in November if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SFO to Windhoek around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
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 locked in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Windhoek:
National Museum of Namibia and Christuskirche are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Windhoek to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Botanic Garden of Namibia.
Explore more of Namibia
Windhoek is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Namibia just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Windhoek, a trip to Walvis Bay will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Walvis Bay Waterfront, PELICAN POINT and Walvis Bay Lagoon.
Around 257 kilometres west of Windhoek, Swakopmund is another essential stop in Namibia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to National Marine Aquarium, Swakopmund Museum and Hohenzollernhaus.
