Walvis Bay International Airport
Airport Airport
Single-terminal regional airport serving Walvis Bay and the Namibian coast. The airport handles scheduled domestic flights and some regional services, plus charter traffic for tourism and industry. Layout: compact passenger terminal with apron for narrow-body and regional aircraft and easy access to Walvis Bay town and the coast.
Terminal Guide for Walvis Bay International Airport #
One terminal with a single arrivals/departures hall and basic gate area; services cater to domestic travellers and visiting tourists. Airlines operating include Namibia’s domestic/regional carriers and charters. Terminal circulation is straightforward and compact.
Getting to and From Walvis Bay International Airport #
Walvis Bay town is a short drive from the airport (typically 10-20 minutes); taxis, hotel shuttles and car hire are the usual options.
- Taxis / hotel transfers: Common and practical for travel into town and to coastal lodges.
- Car hire: Rental cars are a good option for exploring the Namibian coast; book ahead during peak season.
- Shuttles / charters: Many lodges and tour operators provide transfers; confirm pickup points and times.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Walvis Bay International Airport #
Essential services for regional passengers and tourists.
- Lounges: No major global lounges; VIP rooms may be available on request.
- Food & drink: Small café/refreshment options landside and airside; more choices in Walvis Bay.
- Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi availability varies; charging points present in seating areas.
- Other services: Car rental desks, tourist information and basic retail/ATMs.
Tips for Walvis Bay International Airport #
- Domestic flights can be affected by weather and small‑aircraft schedules-confirm flights the day before departure.
- Arrange transfers or rental car in advance; taxis in Walvis Bay can be limited outside business hours.
- If heading to Sossusvlei or coastal lodges, confirm pick-up details - many lodges meet flights at the airport.
Weather & Climate near Walvis Bay International Airport #
Walvis Bay International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 10°C to 28°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain.
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April
April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the coolest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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September
September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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November
November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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