Windhoek to Lubango flights
Lubango lies 930 km (578 mi) north-west of Windhoek, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 57 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Windhoek | Lubango | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Namibia | Angola |
| Population | 386,219 | 600,751 |
| Elevation | 1,656 m (5,433 ft) | 1,760 m (5,774 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Windhoek) | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) |
| Nearest large airport | WDH, 41 km out | SDD, 9 km out |
Clocks in Lubango are 1 h behind Windhoek right now, so a 1 h 57 min journey lands only 57 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Lubango
Crossing from Namibia into Angola: money changes from the Dollar to the Kwanza (AOA); traffic switches to the right; sockets are Euro; the dialling code becomes +244; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.
Airports at each end
Leaving Windhoek
Windhoek is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH), 41 km (25 mi) from the centre, whose 15,010-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Eros Airport (ERS, 5 km).
Arriving in Lubango
Lubango is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Lubango Mukanka International Airport (SDD), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,335-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lubango Mukanka International Airport (regional) | SDD | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,335 ft | 5,778 ft |
Book a flight to Lubango
Our airline partner is activating live fares for this site; the search below opens the moment that is done. Hotels can be booked now.
Flights are sold here by AirOrSeaTravel through our booking partner, Nuitée, which takes the payment; the ticket is issued by the airline. How this works.
Staying in Lubango
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Lubango. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (1). Guests have left 2 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Lubango
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Lubango from Windhoek?
930 km (578 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Windhoek.
How long does it take to get from Windhoek to Lubango by air?
About 1 h 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Windhoek and Lubango?
Lubango is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Luanda against Africa/Windhoek).
Which airports are used for Windhoek to Lubango flights?
Typically Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) to Lubango Mukanka International Airport (SDD).
What currency do I need in Lubango?
The Kwanza (AOA).
Where can I stay in Lubango?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Lubango, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.