Traveling from Dubai to Windhoek: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Dubai. Check out your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when planning your flight from Dubai to Windhoek.
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is where you'll be arriving in Windhoek.
The timezone in Windhoek is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Dubai.
To ensure you make it on your Dubai to Windhoek flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Windhoek
To pick up cheap Dubai to Windhoek flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Dubai to Windhoek.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Whether you want to visit a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is a stop you can make during your Dubai to Windhoek flight.
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometers in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Windhoek, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on schedule at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 48 kilometers from central Dubai. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Dubai to Windhoek? Relax in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance of 57%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on schedule.
Arriving in Windhoek
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH)
The distance from Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) to central Windhoek is roughly 40 kilometers. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the center driving.
Hop off your flight from Dubai to Windhoek and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a comfortable option a short drive from WDH, check out Etango Ranch Guest Farm.
Travel at your own pace with a Hosea Kutako International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Budget and discover more of Windhoek and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Hosea Kutako International Airport around one week in advance of your Dubai to Windhoek flight.
Best time to go to Windhoek
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Dubai to Windhoek. July is the most popular month to travel to Windhoek. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in a Dubai to Windhoek ticket departing in November if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Windhoek to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Dubai 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
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Windhoek right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Windhoek:
Christuskirche and National Museum of Namibia are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Windhoek travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Botanic Garden of Namibia.
Explore more of Namibia
You've seen Windhoek, now it's time to explore other corners of Namibia. Journey around 274 kilometers west to Walvis Bay to check off its popular sights. From Walvis Bay Waterfront to PELICAN POINT and Walvis Bay Lagoon, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Namibia, consider Swakopmund, roughly 257 kilometers west of Windhoek. National Marine Aquarium, Swakopmund Museum and Hohenzollernhaus are among the biggest draws.