Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Johannesburg to Windhoek flights typically cost between R3 841 and R5 227 in October. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R3 491 on South African (Oct 9-Oct 16).

Question 1

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

Accepted Answer

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.Johannesburg to Windhoek flights typically cost between R3 841 and R5 227 in October.
The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R3 491 on South African (Oct 9-Oct 16).

Question 2

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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Airlines like South African and Airlink fly from Johannesburg to Windhoek in about 1h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 1164 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

Question 3

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Windhoek round-trip?

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South African, at R3 410, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Windhoek.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Airlink and Ethiopian Air. South African is currently priced 14% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

Question 4

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek, you should look to book at least 52 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Question 5

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek (average of R219). Flying from Johannesburg to Windhoek in August is currently the most expensive (average of R253). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Question 6

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

Accepted Answer

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Windhoek flight should consider departing on Friday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 7

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Windhoek

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The most flights from ZA1 to NA1 are scheduled on a Friday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Windhoek ranges from 0.0 - 80.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Windhoek when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Windhoek, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

Question 10

What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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When deciding which route to take from Johannesburg to Windhoek, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl, Johannesburg Lanseria - Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Windhoek Eros, as they are the most popular.

Question 11

What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek is generally R9 732, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R1 848. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl), you can expect to pay R3 719 for that flight.

Question 12

What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek consider choosing LATAM Airlines(94%), Emirates(88%) or Qatar Airways(87%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Question 13

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Windhoek are Airlink, Ethiopian Air and South African. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 14

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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Travellers have found that booking a Tuesday departure is the best way to save up to 5% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

Question 15

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 51 days in advance, which can save you up to 26% on flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 51 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at R4 543. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from R6 192.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

Accepted Answer

The best pricing can be found in the month of June. Prices to Windhoek from Johannesburg average R4 397. You can even find prices in June for less than R4 397, as users have found deals to Windhoek from as low as R3 754. The month of September appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Windhoek from Johannesburg. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 13%.

Question 17

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to WDH?

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It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Windhoek at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 35% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Question 18

Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Windhoek flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 19

How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek.

Question 20

Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Windhoek by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 21

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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Deals for Johannesburg to Windhoek flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose better, like price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

Question 22

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek.

Question 23

Can Cheapflights find flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek with no change fees?

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Need flexible booking options for your flight to Windhoek from Johannesburg? Don’t worry, Cheapflights have you covered. Use our search filter to only show flights with no change fees.

Question 24

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek become cheaper?

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Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Windhoek from Johannesburg today and book when prices fit your budget.

Question 25

Do the airlines on this route have environmentally-responsible actions, and what are they?

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Eco-conscious passengers from Johannesburg to Windhoek should consider reserving flights with airlines like South African and Airlink. They are the most sustainable carriers serving this route, emitting 76% and 75% less carbon, respectively. South African Airways has a partnership with Boeing, Sunchem, and SkyNRG that is devoted to running bio-fuel-powered flights. Moreover, the airline hub reuses in-flight waste from domestic trips. Airlink Airlines intends to replace outdated systems with more energy-efficient substitutes.

Question 26

What can I do to travel in a climate-friendly fashion?

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Opt for direct flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek if you want to mitigate your carbon emissions. By taking a nonstop flight, you ensure that your aircraft only sets off once, which minimizes fuel intake. Another way to lessen the environmental impact of flying is to offset your carbon emissions. When you purchase carbon offsets, you sponsor initiatives to reduce greenhouse emissions, like tree planting. Another sustainable travel tip includes packing light.

Question 27

How can I know whether the airlines/airports in Windhoek or Johannesburg are sustainable?

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Suppose you are looking to make eco-savvy travel decisions or want answers to your sustainability queries. Most airlines and airports release their Environmental, Social, and Governance reports annually, showing their initiatives to achieve zero neutrality, and are accessible online. Another credible source is the Atmosfair Airline Index which evaluates and ranks carbon efficiency among airlines, or the Airport Carbon Accreditation, which assesses the efforts of airports/airlines in mitigating their GHG emissions.

Question 28

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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Direct flights are around 2 hours long.

Question 29

Which airlines operate flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek?

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Air Namibia, South African Airways, kulula.com and British Airways all offer direct Johannesburg to Windhoek flights.

Question 30

How frequent are flights between Johannesburg and Windhoek?

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Up to 6 direct flights take off a day. Want more choice? Check out indirect flights – they usually travel via Cape Town.

Question 31

Which airports serve Johannesburg and Windhoek?

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Most flights from Johannesburg to Windhoek take off from O. R. Tambo International Airport. You might also find the odd flight that travels from a private airfield called Lanseria International Airport.All flights land in Hosea Kutako International Airport in Windhoek.

Question 32

Which direct flight route between Johannesburg and Windhoek is cheapest?

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You’re in luck – the cheapest Johannesburg to Windhoek flights are the direct ones.

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The city is a clean-cut place with well-groomed parks and glass tower blocks. And there’s a real mishmash of architecture. The Germanic Christ Church sits pretty on top of a hill, while the stark Alte Feste fortress and Independence Memorial Museum are favourite sunset-viewing spots.
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Round-trip from	R3 491
One-way from	R1 842
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R4 438

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South African	CheapestR3 410	AverageR4 403	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
Airlink	CheapestR3 677	AverageR4 112	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Airlink flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR10 348	AverageR13 696	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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