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Okahandja Airstrip

Okahandja, Namibia

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Okahandja Airstrip

Okahandja, Namibia
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Small general aviation airstrip serving central Namibia.

Location
Okahandja, Namibia
Okahandja Airstrip is a small general aviation facility located near Okahandja, a town in the Otjozondjupa Region of Namibia, approximately 70 kilometres north of Windhoek along the B1 highway. The airstrip primarily serves private and charter aircraft, supporting local agricultural operations, tourism, and light commercial activity in the surrounding area. With the ICAO identifier FYON, the airstrip is recognized in official aeronautical records but does not operate scheduled commercial airline services. It functions as a convenient access point for visitors to the numerous guest farms and lodges in the Okahandja district.
Getting to & from
The airstrip is accessible by road from Okahandja town, which lies along the main B1 highway connecting Windhoek to the north.
Airlines here
No scheduled commercial airlines operate at Okahandja Airstrip; it serves only private and charter aviation.
Notable facts
  • ›ICAO code is FYON; no IATA code is assigned.
  • ›Located approximately 70 km north of Windhoek in the Otjozondjupa Region.
  • ›Primarily used by private pilots and charter operators.
  • ›Supports tourism access to guest farms and lodges in the Okahandja area.
  • ›Okahandja is historically significant as a Herero cultural center in Namibia.
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A quiet gateway to Namibia's heartland and historic Herero heritage

Okahandja Airstrip is a small general aviation facility serving the town of Okahandja, located approximately 70 kilometres north of Windhoek in central Namibia. Known as the garden town of Namibia, Okahandja holds deep historical significance as the traditional capital of the Herero people. The airstrip primarily supports private pilots, charter flights, and light aircraft operations serving the surrounding farming and tourism region.

Terminals
  • General Aviation Facility — A basic light-aircraft facility with minimal infrastructure, serving private and charter operations only.
Ground Transport
  • Private car or pre-arranged pickup from local guesthouses
  • Taxi services available in Okahandja town centre
  • Self-drive rental vehicles from Windhoek (pre-arranged delivery possible)
  • Minibus shared taxis along the B1 national road toward Windhoek or Otjiwarongo
Nearby Hotels
  • Okahandja Country Hotel
  • Okahandja Lodge
  • Ghaub Guest Farm (broader region)
Dining

The airstrip itself has no on-site dining facilities. Visitors will find basic restaurants, bakeries, and local eateries in Okahandja town centre a short drive away. The town is also known for its roadside woodcarvers market, where light refreshments are often available.

Traveller Tips
  • Confirm fuel availability in advance, as the airstrip has very limited services for transiting pilots.
  • Okahandja's annual Herero Day ceremonies draw large crowds — check local calendars before visiting.
  • The B1 highway connecting Okahandja to Windhoek is well-maintained and the drive takes under an hour.
  • Carry sufficient cash, as ATM availability in Okahandja can be limited outside main business hours.

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