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Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB)
Walvis Bay International Airport is an international airport serving Walvis Bay(Rooikop) (Erongo Region), Namibia. Its IATA code is WVB and its ICAO code is FYWB. It has one runway, 3,500 m long.
- IATAWVB
- ICAOFYWB
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- WVB
- ICAO code
- FYWB
- City
- Walvis Bay(Rooikop)
- Region / province
- Erongo Region
- Country / territory
- Namibia
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 22.9793° S, 14.6471° E
- Elevation
- 91 m (299 ft)
- Time zone
- Africa/Windhoek (UTC+02:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 3,500 m (11,483 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 3,500 m11,483 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
11,049 km
Direct flight: ≈ 14 h 20 min
Hanoi (HAN)
11,023 km
Direct flight: ≈ 14 h 15 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
10,677 km
Direct flight: ≈ 13 h 50 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 122.500 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 122.500 MHz |
Air freight to and from Walvis Bay International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Walvis Bay(Rooikop) through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Namibia
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hosea Kutako International Airport | WDH | 295 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Walvis Bay International Airport?
The IATA code of Walvis Bay International Airport is WVB and its ICAO code is FYWB. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Walvis Bay International Airport located?
Walvis Bay International Airport is in Walvis Bay(Rooikop), Erongo Region, Namibia, at coordinates 22.9793° S, 14.6471° E and an elevation of 91 m (299 ft).
How far is Walvis Bay International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Walvis Bay International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 10,677 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 11,023 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 11,049 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 13 h 50 min.
How long is the runway at Walvis Bay International Airport?
The longest runway at Walvis Bay International Airport is 3,500 m (11,483 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Walvis Bay International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.