Arrival in Namibia at Hosea Kutako Airport Windhoek

By the way: your car rental company will be waiting for you, so don't worry! Our partners know the drill.

You can find more information about visas in our blog post: Visa Namibia.

Don't Lose Track — Luggage and Security Check

Have you passed through passport control? Now it's time to head to the baggage carousel. You'll find your suitcase on it or placed directly beside it.

From the Baggage Carousel to the Arrivals Hall

Before you can proceed to the arrivals hall, your luggage will be scanned.

If there's a wait, take a deep breath. Afterwards, numerous drivers, tour groups, and signs await you in the large arrivals hall.

What You'll Need After Arrival — SIM Cards and More

In the arrivals hall of Hosea Kutako International Airport Windhoek, you'll find several stands.

It's worth buying a Namibian SIM card at MTC right away, as they have significantly better coverage than European cards. More info here: SIM Card Namibia

Next to the MTC shop, you'll also find several ATMs in Namibia, in case you'd like to withdraw cash. It works easily with your card and is also safer and more affordable than exchanging money at the airport.

What's Next? — Getting Your Bearings at Windhoek Airport

The restrooms are clean, well-maintained, and clearly signposted. They are located behind the luggage check.

For drinks, snacks, and souvenirs, the small cafés and shops are ideal. If you're being picked up, you'll find your personal driver (usually with a name sign) in the arrivals hall.

Info: Our car rental partners will wait for you, even if your entry takes longer than planned.

On to Windhoek

The city of Windhoek is approximately 40km from Hosea Kutako International Airport. The drive takes about 35 minutes. There is also only a one-hour time difference during European winter time.

Keep your eyes open! Along the way you'll see farms and, with a bit of luck, the first wildlife. You might spot a giraffe or a few kudus.

From Namibia Airport to Your Accommodation

Whether traveling solo or with the whole family on numerous detours to explore the country — after arrival, everyone wants to get to the car rental quickly to kick off the Namibia adventure. First, you'll head to the office in Windhoek to sign the rental agreement.

To make sure you travel safely on Namibia's roads, you'll find driving tips in this blog article: Driving in Namibia

Still have questions? No problem — we're just a short call away and happy to help.