Cheap flights from Windhoek to Cape Town

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From Windhoek to Cape Town

What days are direct flights available from Windhoek to Cape Town?

Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this flight route?

This flight path from Windhoek to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 1 217 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long does the flight from Windhoek to Cape Town take?

Travellers can expect a direct flight to take approximately 2 hours, flying a distance of about 800 kilometres.

How many flights depart from Windhoek to Cape Town on average per day?

Per day, 6 flights depart from Windhoek to Cape Town Intl on average.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 83% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 17% of flight departures

Is Windhoek weather warmer or cooler than Cape Town?

Expect the weather to be around 32 °C on average in November. As the temperature peaks, try to get your plans done early, as flight price and availability will have an impact on your travels. The climate in Cape Town is generally colder than in Windhoek.

What airports serve Windhoek to Cape Town flights?

Flights from Windhoek, Namibia to Cape Town, South Africa depart from the Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport and arrive at the Cape Town International Airport. Flights are serviced by Air Namibia, British Airways, South African Airlines, and Kulula. The airport is located 46 km East of the city of Windhoek. It takes 40 minutes to drive from the city to the airport, with no public transit options available. Flights will arrive at the Cape Town International Airport, which is 15 minutes East of the city of Cape Town by car.

Which airlines fly directly from Windhoek to Cape Town?

Air Namibia services nonstop flights to Cape Town with two hours of travel time. This is the only direct flight available between Windhoek and Cape Town without any layovers. If you prefer to use another airline, there are British Airways and South African Airlines flights available with a single stop between Namibia and South Africa.

What are the stopover options on flights from Windhoek to Cape Town?

British Airways offers a seven-hour flight from Windhoek to Cape Town with a layover in Johannesburg. Other options include South African Airlines flights with the same layover. Air Namibia has a single-stop flight to Cape Town that makes a pit stop at the Walvis Bay International Airport. Most layovers on this flight path are between 30 minutes and three hours.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Windhoek to Cape Town?

International travellers who plan on staying in Cape Town for less than 90 days can apply for a tourist visa through any South African embassy. Namibian citizens who are traveling to South Africa do not need a travel visa to enter the country and can use their African identity documents instead. Valid passports are needed for anybody who is looking to stay in Namibia past 90 days. Travellers must produce proof of a return ticket to their countries of origin as well as a passport that is valid for at least another six months after renewal.