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Ondangwa, Oshana Region, Namibia – Namibia Flag

Current Date And Time In Ondangwa, Namibia

Saturday, 25 July 2026
19:27:12 CAT
Currency: Namibian Dollar (NAD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 27,049

✈️ Ondangwa, Oshana Region, Namibia - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Ondangwa, Oshana Region, Namibia using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Ondangwa.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Ondangwa with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Ondangwa — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Namibia, which includes Ondangwa, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Namibia before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Namibia's time zone +02:00, country calling code +264 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .NA. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Ondangwa.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+02:00
📞 Country Calling Code+264
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.NA

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Namibia — police 10 111. Store these in your phone before you reach Ondangwa. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Ondangwa.

🚔
Police
10 111

📊 Namibia At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Namibia — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.615
Medium
👤
Life Expectancy
67.5
years
📚
Literacy Rate
87.6%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$4,413
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
19.3%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Namibia development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Ondangwa for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Ondangwa
Regional Airport • OND
Ondangwa Airport
Ondangwa, NA
4
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Ondangwa's exact coordinates, or Oshakati's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Ondangwa From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ondangwa to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)6,408 km3,982 mi~ 8h 17m
Paris (France)7,546 km4,689 mi~ 9h 38m
London (United Kingdom)7,876 km4,894 mi~ 10h 01m
Singapore (Singapore)9,825 km6,105 mi~ 12h 19m
New York (United States)11,293 km7,017 mi~ 14h 02m
Toronto (Canada)11,793 km7,328 mi~ 14h 37m
Sydney (Australia)12,557 km7,802 mi~ 15h 31m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,532 km8,408 mi~ 16h 40m
Tokyo (Japan)14,170 km8,805 mi~ 17h 25m
Los Angeles (United States)15,147 km9,412 mi~ 18h 34m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Ondangwa, Namibia is set to Central Africa Time (CAT) with a current offset of UTC +02:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Ondangwa requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneCentral Africa Time (CAT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +02:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time7:27 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Ondangwa to Major World Cities

It is currently 7:27 PM on Saturday in Ondangwa. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Ondangwa right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Ondangwa
New York (United States)Sat, 1:27 PM6h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 10:27 AM9h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 1:27 PM6h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 6:27 PM1h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 7:27 PMSame time
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 9:27 PM2h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 1:27 AM6h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 2:27 AM7h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 3:27 AM8h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 5:27 AM10h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Ondangwa — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Ondangwa is the Namibian dollar (NAD), written as $. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
$ 16.45
NAD
€ 1 Euro
$ 18.72
NAD
£ 1 British Pound
$ 21.91
NAD
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 11.48
NAD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 11.67
NAD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Ondangwa

Knowing which languages are used in Ondangwa helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
English
National language(s):
Afrikaans

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Ondangwa. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Ondangwa East (Oshikoto Region, Namibia)3 mi5 kmESE
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Oniipa (Oshikoto Region, Namibia)4 mi6 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Ongwediva (Oshana Region, Namibia)17 mi27 kmWNW
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Oshakati (Oshana Region, Namibia)20 mi32 kmWNW
⬆️
Oshikango (Ohangwena Region, Namibia)35 mi57 kmNorth (N)
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Ondangwa

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Ondangwa is the Petra (Jordan), about 5,754 km away. Straight-line distances from Ondangwa to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan5,754 km3,575 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil6,154 km3,824 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy6,659 km4,138 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India8,357 km5,193 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru9,409 km5,846 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China12,120 km7,531 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico12,165 km7,559 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Ondangwa shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Oshana Region and Namibia. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Oshana Region Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Oshana Region, including major hub cities.
✈️ Namibia Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Namibia.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Ondangwa, Namibia runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/M/N socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Ondangwa and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Ondangwa.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
MType M: Three large round pins in triangle
NType N: Two round pins (IEC standard)
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🧭 Ondangwa's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Ondangwa

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Ondangwa. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Ondangwa — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Ondangwa

Ondangwa keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Namibia. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Ondangwa

The closest airport to Ondangwa is Ondangwa Airport (OND), about 4 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Ondangwa From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Ondangwa needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Ondangwa gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Ondangwa

Ondangwa rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Ondangwa — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Ondangwa

ℹ️ Ondangwa OverviewSee the full profile of Ondangwa — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Ondangwa MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Ondangwa for distance and direction.
💰 Ondangwa CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Ondangwa

What side of the road do people drive on in Ondangwa?

Ondangwa, like the rest of Namibia, drives on the Left. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Ondangwa use?

Ondangwa runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/M/N sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Ondangwa?

In Ondangwa, reach police on 10 111. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Ondangwa?

Ondangwa Airport (OND) is the nearest airport to Ondangwa, about 4 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Ondangwa in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Ondangwa runs on Central Africa Time (UTC +02:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Ondangwa?

Ondangwa shares the official and regional languages of Oshana Region and Namibia — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Ondangwa?

No — Ondangwa uses the Namibian dollar (NAD), symbol $. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Ondangwa currency page for live rates.