Eros Airport — Windhoek, Namibia

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The airport code for Eros Airport (Windhoek) is ERS — its ICAO code is FYWE.

Distance & flight time from ERS

Eros Airport

ERS is the code for Eros Airport, located in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. Unlike Windhoek's main international airport, Hosea Kutako, which handles long-haul international flights, Eros serves as the city's general aviation and domestic hub, positioned much closer to the city center. ERS supports charter flights to Namibia's popular safari and desert destinations, including routes toward Sossusvlei, Etosha National Park, and various private game reserves, making it a key departure point for tourists exploring the country's wilderness areas. The airport also accommodates flight training, medical evacuation flights, and light aircraft traffic, reflecting Namibia's reliance on small-plane travel to reach its sparsely populated and geographically vast interior regions.

Runways at Eros Airport (ERS)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
01/197381 ft (2250 m)98 ft (30 m)ASP
09/273297 ft (1005 m)98 ft (30 m)GVL

Radio frequencies for Eros Airport (ERS)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
GTEAPRON121.7 MHz
TWRTWR118.7 MHz

Airports near Eros Airport (ERS)

ERS should not be confused with Windhoek's main international airport WDH; Eros Airport is the in-city hub for domestic charter flights to Namibia's safari lodges and desert destinations.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Eros Airport?

The IATA code for Eros Airport is ERS.

What is the ICAO code for Eros Airport?

The ICAO code for Eros Airport is FYWE. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.