Travelling from Vancouver to Windhoek: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Vancouver to Windhoek, there's a selection of airports to depart from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are among Vancouver's main options.
Disembark at Windhoek's primary gateway, Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport (WDH).
Windhoek is ten hours ahead of Vancouver and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Vancouver to Windhoek flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Windhoek
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 10 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver to Windhoek or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Windhoek flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At YXX, that rate is 75%.
Arriving in Windhoek
Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport (WDH)
Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport (WDH) is approximately 40 kilometres from central Windhoek. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider staying at Etango Ranch Guest Farm after touching down from your flight from Vancouver to Windhoek. It's a quick drive from WDH and a comfortable option if you'd like to get some rest right away.
Hit the road running by picking up a Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Windhoek and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport around one week before your trip.
Windhoek Eros Airport (ERS)
As soon as your flight from Vancouver to Windhoek has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Windhoek is approximately 6 kilometres from Windhoek Eros Airport (ERS).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 30 minutes or so.
After your flight from Vancouver to Windhoek, settle in at a hotel near ERS. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Land, collect your Windhoek Eros Airport rental car, and drive away without skipping a beat. Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are popular providers to select from here.
Usually, the earlier you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from ERS as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to Windhoek
June is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to Windhoek. To escape the crowds, visit Windhoek in March.
Before locking in your Vancouver to Windhoek tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. November is the warmest month in Windhoek, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 32ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Windhoek around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Windhoek
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Windhoek right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Windhoek:
Independence Museum and National Art Gallery of Namibia are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Windhoek must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Dam View Mountain.
Explore more of Namibia
You've visited Windhoek, now it's time to explore more of Namibia. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Walvis Bay to tick off its top attractions. From Flamingo Lagoon to Bird Sanctuary and Pelican Point, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in Namibia, head for Swakopmund, roughly 257 kilometres west of Windhoek. Sunset Viewpoint, Pebble Beach and Aussichtpunkt Swakopmund Meerblick are highlights.
