Travelling from Rome to Windhoek: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Rome. Explore your options departing from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) when searching for a flight from Rome to Windhoek.
Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport (WDH) is where your flight will arrive in Windhoek.
Windhoek is one hour ahead of Rome and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Rome to Windhoek flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Windhoek
To find cheap Rome to Windhoek flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Rome to Windhoek is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a fantastic deal.
Getting a cheap flight from Rome to Windhoek is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Rome to Windhoek flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Whether you'd like to visit a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Rome Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) is a stop you can make on your Rome to Windhoek flight.
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Rome to Windhoek? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Rome Fiumicino Airport:
Of the departures from Rome Fiumicino Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
You can get to CIA from central Rome in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Rome to Windhoek? Relax in a hotel near Rome Ciampino Airport before your holiday officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Rome Ciampino Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 86% of flights taking off from here land precisely when expected.
Arriving in Windhoek
Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport (WDH)
The distance from Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport (WDH) to central Windhoek is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying at Etango Ranch Guest Farm after touching down from your flight from Rome to Windhoek. It's a quick drive from WDH and a good option if you want to relax as soon as possible.
Grab a Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport rental car and discover Windhoek and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Europcar and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Windhoek Eros Airport (ERS)
Central Windhoek is around 6 kilometres from Windhoek Eros Airport (ERS). Once your flight from Rome to Windhoek has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
After your flight from Rome to Windhoek, unwind at a hotel close to ERS. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Land, grab your Windhoek Eros Airport rental car, and set off without skipping a beat. Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are leading companies to select from here.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from ERS ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Windhoek
June is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Windhoek. To escape the crowds, visit Windhoek in March.
Lock in a Rome to Windhoek ticket departing in November if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Windhoek to range from 14ºC to 32ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rome to Windhoek around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Windhoek
Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Windhoek, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Windhoek:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Independence Museum, National Art Gallery of Namibia and Dam View Mountain are attractions you won't want to skip in Windhoek.
Explore more of Namibia
You've seen Windhoek, now it's time to discover other parts of Namibia. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Walvis Bay to tick off its must-visit sights. From Flamingo Lagoon to Bird Sanctuary and Pelican Point, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another corner of Namibia, consider Swakopmund, about 257 kilometres west of Windhoek. Sunset Viewpoint, Pebble Beach and Aussichtpunkt Swakopmund Meerblick are key highlights.