What is the cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Windhoek?

The cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Windhoek is to bus via Cape Town which costs $85 - $150 and takes 43h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mthatha to Windhoek?

The fastest way to get from Mthatha to Windhoek is to fly which takes 6h 12m and costs $260 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Mthatha and Windhoek?

No, there is no direct bus from Mthatha to Windhoek. However, there are services departing from Mthatha and arriving at Windhoek via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 6m.

How far is it from Mthatha to Windhoek?

The distance between Mthatha and Windhoek is 1555 km. The road distance is 1924.1 km.

How do I travel from Mthatha to Windhoek without a car?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Windhoek without a car is to bus which takes 38h 6m and costs $120 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Mthatha to Windhoek?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Mthatha to Windhoek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mthatha to Windhoek bus from?

Mthatha to Windhoek bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Mthatha station.

Bus or fly from Mthatha to Windhoek?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Windhoek is to fly which takes 6h 12m and costs $260 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $170 and takes 38h 6m.

Where does the Mthatha to Windhoek bus arrive?

Mthatha to Windhoek bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Mthatha to Windhoek?

Yes, the driving distance between Mthatha to Windhoek is 1924 km. It takes approximately 24h 27m to drive from Mthatha to Windhoek.

Where can I stay near Windhoek?

There are 391+ hotels available in Windhoek.

Mthatha to Windhoek - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Mthatha to Windhoek by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Windhoek International Airport (WDH)plane UTT - WDH
6h 12m
$269–823
Bus via Cape Town
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Umtata to Cape Townbus
2. Take the bus from Cape Town to Windhoekbus
43h 50m
$89–142
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Johannesburgbus 17202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Windhoekbus
38h 6m
$121–166
Drive 1,924.1 km
1. Drive from Mthatha to Windhoekcar 1,924.1 km
24h 27m
$269–388

Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Windhoek International Airport (WDH) flights

29Weekly Planes

6h 41mAverage Duration

$254Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Mthatha to Windhoek.

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Distance: 1,554.6 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Mthatha, South Africa and Windhoek, Namibia?

Airlink flies from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Windhoek International Airport (WDH) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mthatha to Windhoek via Johannesburg and Johannesburg in around 38h 6m.

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