Travelling from Bangkok to Windhoek: what you need to know
Bangkok is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to Windhoek leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
Disembark at Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport (WDH), the chief entry point to Windhoek.
Windhoek is five hours behind Bangkok and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Bangkok to Windhoek flight.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Windhoek
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Bangkok to Windhoek flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Bangkok to Windhoek.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Bangkok to Windhoek flights.
Flying from Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Whether you'd like to visit a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) is a stop you can make during your Bangkok to Windhoek flight.
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kms (17 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bangkok to Windhoek? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Of all flights leaving Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 21 kms (13 miles) away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Bangkok to Windhoek? Unwind in a hotel near Don Mueang Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Don Mueang Airport has an on-time performance of 60%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Windhoek
Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport (WDH)
Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport (WDH) to central Windhoek takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) away.
It usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Get off your flight from Bangkok to Windhoek and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option a short drive from WDH, stay at Etango Ranch Guest Farm.
Pick up a Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport rental car and explore Windhoek and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Europcar and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Windhoek Eros Airport (ERS)
Windhoek Eros Airport (ERS) is about 6 kms (4 miles) from central Windhoek. After your flight from Bangkok to Windhoek, it'll take you approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near ERS. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Bangkok to Windhoek:
Grab a Windhoek Eros Airport rental car and be your own tour guide. You can choose from trusted providers like Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Usually, the sooner 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
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Bangkok to Windhoek. June is the busiest month to visit Windhoek. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
Book a Bangkok to Windhoek ticket departing in November if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Windhoek to range from 14ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Bangkok to Windhoek in July when temperatures average between 3ºC and 22ºC.
More about Windhoek
Start your Windhoek trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bangkok to Windhoek, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Independence Museum, National Art Gallery of Namibia and Dam View Mountain are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Windhoek itinerary.
Explore more of Namibia
Walvis Bay is just one of the many places in Namibia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Windhoek. Around 274 kms (170 miles) to the west, popular attractions include Flamingo Lagoon, Bird Sanctuary and Pelican Point.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) west of Windhoek, Swakopmund is another essential stop in Namibia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sunset Viewpoint, Pebble Beach and Aussichtpunkt Swakopmund Meerblick.