Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rooikop Airport (WVB): what you need to know
The timezone in Walvis Bay is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to WVB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rooikop Airport (WVB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Rooikop Airport flight is $1,569. A return plane ticket is currently $1,892. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from EDI to WVB, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rooikop Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EDI to WVB by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rooikop Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.94% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rooikop Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Rooikop Airport (WVB)
Grab a Rooikop Airport rental car and explore Walvis Bay and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Budget and Avis are leading providers you can book with here.
Book your ride from Rooikop Airport a few weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price. If you're going away during a peak period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Rooikop Airport (WVB) to central Walvis Bay
Rooikop Airport to central Walvis Bay has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When to fly to Rooikop Airport (WVB)
February is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rooikop Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Walvis Bay in February.
The warmest month in Walvis Bay is March, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rooikop Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to WVB in August. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Namibia
Walvis Bay has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Namibia waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres east of Walvis Bay, a visit to Windhoek will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Christuskirche, National Museum of Namibia and National Botanic Garden of Namibia.
Swakopmund is another well-known destination in Namibia and is around 32 kilometres north of Walvis Bay. No trip is complete without visiting National Marine Aquarium, Swakopmund Museum and Hohenzollernhaus.
