Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Windhoek: what you need to know
The timezone in Windhoek is UTC+2. The city is two hours ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LHR to Windhoek flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Whether you're eager to discover another city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find flight tickets from LHR to Windhoek with a stopover. To compare your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is a popular stop to make.
LHR is around 26 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Windhoek? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Windhoek
$923 is currently the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Windhoek flight. A return flight ticket starts from $1,442. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LHR to Windhoek if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Windhoek across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Windhoek
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH)
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is around 48 kilometres from central Windhoek. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
Hop off your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Windhoek and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a comfortable option that's not too far from WDH, stay at Etango Ranch Guest Farm.
Grab a Hosea Kutako International Airport rental car and explore Windhoek and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Europcar and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Hosea Kutako International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from LHR to Windhoek.
Best time to go to Windhoek
Visit Windhoek in high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Windhoek in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before booking a London Heathrow Airport to Windhoek flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. November is the warmest month in Windhoek, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LHR to Windhoek around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Windhoek
Start your Windhoek trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Windhoek, check out our range of hotels including:
National Museum of Namibia and Christuskirche are just two of the major attractions to add to your Windhoek travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Botanic Garden of Namibia.
Explore more of Namibia
Walvis Bay is just one of the many cities in Namibia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Windhoek. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Walvis Bay Waterfront, PELICAN POINT and Walvis Bay Lagoon.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Namibia, consider Swakopmund, roughly 257 kilometres west of Windhoek. National Marine Aquarium, Swakopmund Museum and Hohenzollernhaus are key highlights.