Travelling from London to Windhoek: what you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Windhoek, you'll have your pick of airports to jet out of. Check out 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).
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is the primary arrival point in Windhoek.
The timezone in Windhoek is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
Give yourself enough time to get on 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.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
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)
Whether you'd like to explore a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options taking off from London Heathrow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is a stop you can make during your London to Windhoek flight.
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Windhoek or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Give yourself some time to stretch your legs during your London to Windhoek flight with a stopover. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is one of the top options between London Gatwick Airport and Windhoek.
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Windhoek:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Windhoek flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Stansted Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations as expected. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.
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 at a nearby hotel. Etango Ranch Guest Farm is a great option just a short drive from WDH.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Hosea Kutako International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Budget to explore Windhoek and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Hosea Kutako International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
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 most popular stays in Windhoek right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from London to Windhoek:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Christuskirche, National Museum of Namibia and National Botanic Garden of Namibia are top sights which should be on every Windhoek itinerary.
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.
