Travelling from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport (WVB): what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport (WVB) taking off from here.
2 hours 33 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport.
Walvis Bay's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg. Rooikop Airport is located in Walvis Bay.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Rooikop Airport (WVB) is the most popular route. There are 11 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Airlink at 10:20. Choose the first JNB to WVB departure with Airlink at 09:00 if you want to get going earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Johannesburg to WVB.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport (WVB) operate out of this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport with Airlink. This popular airline operates departures from JNB.
From central Johannesburg, JNB is approximately 29 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Getting from Rooikop Airport (WVB) to central Walvis Bay
Rooikop Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Walvis Bay. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport (WVB)
For a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport, $310 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from $574. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to score flight tickets from Johannesburg to WVB.
The cheapest month for tickets from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport (WVB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport. June is the busiest month for a trip to Walvis Bay. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Walvis Bay. March is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Johannesburg to WVB during then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Walvis Bay
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Walvis Bay right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Johannesburg to Rooikop Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Walvis Bay is to check out its top attractions. Some highlights include Walvis Bay Waterfront, Walvis Bay Museum and Long Beach Leisure Park.
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