Cheap Flights to Namibia

Discover Namibia

Cheap Flights to Namibia

A land of shifting sand dunes that spread for hundreds of miles in any direction, Namibia is popular with visitors for its many game reserves such as Etosha National Park, which features an array of rhinoceros, giraffes, lions, elephants, and other animals. German towns like the coastal city of Lüderitz provide glimpses of Namibia’s colonial period through historic buildings. Most flights to Namibia enter the country through Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH), conveniently located near the country's capital city of Windhoek.

Flights to Namibia

Flights to Namibia will land at the airport's single terminal, which handles international and domestic travel. The airport was refurbished in 2009 and contains restaurants, bars, duty-free shopping, and ATMs. Taxis are available to transport passengers from the airport to Windhoek for around $15. The trip is about 26 miles and lasts under an hour. The Etango Ranch Guest Farm is located just a few miles from the airport and provides a natural setting to enjoy birds and other wildlife.

Attractions in Namibia

The vast sandy coastline of Namibia is the site of Skeleton Coast National Park, which features the remnants of shipwrecked vessels, bleached bones, and unremitting desert for hundreds of miles. A large population of seals and hundreds of bird species make the area especially fascinating for spotting wildlife.

The Kalahari Desert is a highlight of any visit due to its rust-red sand rippling in the wind and endless array of wildlife. The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is an extensive natural park where hyenas, many species of birds, lions, and antelope can be spotted.

Windhoek is the destination for many cheap flights to Namibia and houses wonderful museums such as the National Art Gallery of Namibia that provides an overview of the country's history. The Parliament of Namibia is an impressive building complex where the country's laws are fashioned and is extremely educational. The Post Street Mall is an elevated pedestrian walkway lined with vendors selling handmade crafts.

Travel Tips for Namibia

Dominated by the desert, Namibia’s climate is arid. Winter is the dry season and lasts from May to October; temperatures range from the 80s during the day to freezing at night. Summer is the wet season, and temperatures are often in the 90s or 100s. The dry season in particular is an optimal time to spot wildlife as animals congregate around watering holes during this time of the year.

The Windhoek Karneval is a popular festival in April with costumes, musical performances, and dancing. Oktoberfest in October and Christmas festivities in December round out the year with fun celebrations, so no matter when you’re arriving on a cheap flight to Namibia, there is certain to be something fun and exciting happening.

Barbecue, or braaivleis, is a favorite method of cooking in Namibia with savanna-raised beef, ostrich, and native springbok being just some of the menu options. A meat-based stew, known as potjiekos, is also popular. German influence in the country resulted in the availability of tortes and other baked goods. A mid-range meal for two will cost around $30.