Windhoek to Maseru flights
Maseru lies 1,282 km (797 mi) south-east of Windhoek, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 24 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 | Maseru | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Namibia | Lesotho |
| Population | 386,219 | 359,753 |
| Elevation | 1,656 m (5,433 ft) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Windhoek) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maseru) |
| Nearest large airport | WDH, 41 km out | MSU, 17 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Maseru
Crossing from Namibia into Lesotho: money changes from the Dollar to the Loti (LSL); sockets are BS 546; the dialling code becomes +266; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / 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 Maseru
Maseru is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 10,498-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moshoeshoe I International Airport | MSU | 17 km (11 mi) | 10,498 ft | 5,348 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Maseru from Windhoek?
1,282 km (797 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Windhoek.
How long does it take to get from Windhoek to Maseru by air?
About 2 h 24 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 Maseru?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Windhoek to Maseru flights?
Typically Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) to Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU).
What currency do I need in Maseru?
The Loti (LSL).
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.