Are direct flights from Cape Town to Windhoek always the best option?

Direct flights are often more convenient as they reduce travel time and the risk of missed connections. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable. Evaluate your priorities for convenience versus cost when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Cape Town to Windhoek flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or those during off-peak seasons often have lower fares than weekend or holiday travel. Adjusting your departure or return by even a few days may lead to savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Cape Town to Windhoek flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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2026-11-03 – 2026-11-07
CPT - Windhoek
76% AI deal score
$327
$225
Round trip
2026-10-31 – 2026-11-07
CPT - Windhoek
76% AI deal score
$356
$238
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CPT - Windhoek
78% AI deal score
$393
$239
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$310
$239
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$327
$251
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$274
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Cape Town to Windhoek: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

The journey from Cape Town to Windhoek covers a distance of 1,282 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Cape Town to Windhoek, fares right now are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $364–$674, with a median of $540. New deals for this route show up several times a week.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Windhoek, the data indicates that March is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $171. Other cost-effective months include January, with a median fare of $325, and November, where the median fare is $326.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 29.7% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Windhoek takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes for direct flights. However, since most itineraries involve connections, a typical journey including connections extends to about 9 hours and 30 minutes.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Windhoek

Regular price: $268 - $383

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek is typically between $268 and $383. The current lowest deal is $225 with Safair, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 7.

now $225

Low $268

High $383

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Windhoek

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to WDH is March, with a median price of 171 USD. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of 600 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $171

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $600

Jan

Mar

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Windhoek

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$356

$253

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$323

$253

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$291

$265

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$282

$265

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$281

$277

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$293

$277

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

3 nights

Oct 31 - Nov 3

$393 → $239

39%

7 nights

Oct 31 - Nov 7

$356 → $239

33%

4 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 7

$327 → $220

33%

10 nights

Oct 31 - Nov 10

$327 → $251

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Windhoek

Cape Town - Windhoek route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from CPT to WDH are above the typical level of $540.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the cheapest fares

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $171.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 5m

Direct flights to Windhoek typically take 2h 5m, while connecting flights average 9h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Safair offers direct flights

Safair has direct flights on this route, with 29.7% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair has direct deals

Safair has 1 direct deal available for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking a deal

A deal is available for $225 with Safair via kiwi, departing November 3.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$235

Windhoek main airports to arrive at

Hosea Kutako International (WDH)

Cheapest

Hosea Kutako International Airport is the primary international gateway for flights to Windhoek from Cape Town.

📍 ~43 km from Windhoek city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$236

Airports nearby Windhoek used as alternative

Walvis Bay (WVB)

Walvis Bay (WVB) can be a useful alternative for Windhoek due to its relative proximity and shared domestic jurisdiction.

📍 ~270 km from Windhoek (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$433

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Windhoek

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From CPT

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Nov 14

Windhoek, Namibia

76% AI deal score

$1,411

$980

Save $431

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Business Class

From CPT

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Nov 04

Windhoek, Namibia

76% AI deal score

$1,670

$1,109

Save $561

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Business Class

From CPT

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Nov 10

Windhoek, Namibia

76% AI deal score

$1,626

$1,126

Save $500

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

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Nov 20

Windhoek, Namibia

75% AI deal score

$1,362

$964

Save $398

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

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Nov 04

Windhoek, Namibia

75% AI deal score

$1,583

$1,109

Save $474

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Business Class

From CPT

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Nov 11

Windhoek, Namibia

75% AI deal score

$1,588

$1,122

Save $466

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Jan 09

Windhoek, Namibia

74% AI deal score

$1,275

$955

Save $320

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Nov 17

Windhoek, Namibia

74% AI deal score

$1,478

$1,105

Save $373

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Business Class

From CPT

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Nov 21

Windhoek, Namibia

74% AI deal score

$1,472

$1,106

Save $366

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

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Nov 04

Windhoek, Namibia

74% AI deal score

$1,464

$1,109

Save $355

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Nov 04

Windhoek, Namibia

74% AI deal score

$1,513

$1,109

Save $404

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Nov 04

Windhoek, Namibia

74% AI deal score

$1,495

$1,109

Save $386

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Windhoek

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across various airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear. It's often beneficial to monitor price trends for your desired travel period.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer alternative flight options or potentially lower fares. While not always necessary, it may be a useful strategy if your primary airports show higher prices. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach a different airport.

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Cape Town to Windhoek: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 29.7% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Windhoek

Regular price: $268 - $383

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek is typically between $268 and $383. The current lowest deal is $225 with Safair, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 7.

now $225

Low $268

High $383

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Windhoek

March

Cheapest

Flights from $171

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $600

Jan

Mar

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Windhoek

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$356

$253

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$323

$253

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$291

$265

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$282

$265

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$281

$277

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Windhoek

Cape Town (CPT) - Windhoek (WDH)

Safair

$293

$277

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

3 nights

Oct 31 - Nov 3

$393 → $239

39%

7 nights

Oct 31 - Nov 7

$356 → $239

33%

4 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 7

$327 → $220

33%

10 nights

Oct 31 - Nov 10

$327 → $251

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Windhoek

Cape Town - Windhoek route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from CPT to WDH are above the typical level of $540.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the cheapest fares

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $171.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 5m

Direct flights to Windhoek typically take 2h 5m, while connecting flights average 9h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Safair offers direct flights

Safair has direct flights on this route, with 29.7% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair has direct deals

Safair has 1 direct deal available for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking a deal

A deal is available for $225 with Safair via kiwi, departing November 3.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$235

Windhoek main airports to arrive at

Hosea Kutako International (WDH)

Cheapest

Hosea Kutako International Airport is the primary international gateway for flights to Windhoek from Cape Town.

📍 ~43 km from Windhoek city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$236

Airports nearby Windhoek used as alternative

Walvis Bay (WVB)

Walvis Bay (WVB) can be a useful alternative for Windhoek due to its relative proximity and shared domestic jurisdiction.

Windhoek, Namibia

74% AI deal score

$1,495

$1,109

Save $386

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Windhoek

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Windhoek

Cape Town to Windhoek: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Windhoek

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Windhoek

Direct flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Windhoek

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Windhoek

Cape Town - Windhoek route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in March for the cheapest fares

Direct flights take 2h 5m

Safair offers direct flights

Safair has direct deals

Consider booking a deal

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Windhoek main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Windhoek used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Windhoek

Best Elite deals to Windhoek

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Nov 04

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Windhoek

How can I find cheap flights from Cape Town to Windhoek?

When should I book flights from Cape Town to Windhoek?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek?

Are direct flights from Cape Town to Windhoek always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Cape Town to Windhoek flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Cape Town to Windhoek flights?

Related routes

More routes from Cape Town

Flights to Windhoek from other cities

Cape Town to Windhoek: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Windhoek

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Windhoek

Direct flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Windhoek

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Windhoek

Cape Town - Windhoek route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in March for the cheapest fares

Direct flights take 2h 5m

Safair offers direct flights

Safair has direct deals

Consider booking a deal

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Windhoek main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Windhoek used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Windhoek

Best Elite deals to Windhoek

Nov 14

Nov 04

Nov 10

Nov 20

Nov 04

Nov 11

Jan 09

Nov 17

Nov 21

Nov 04

Nov 04

Nov 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Windhoek

How can I find cheap flights from Cape Town to Windhoek?

When should I book flights from Cape Town to Windhoek?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cape Town to Windhoek?