Cheap flights from Gaborone
Botswana's capital is connected to the world via Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, located just 11 kilometers from the center of Gaborone. Currently, the route network from this hub covers 10 main destinations, led by flights to Johannesburg (184 departures per week), Kasane (14 departures), and Cape Town (13 departures). Regular service is also established with Addis Ababa, offering convenient connections for further travel around the world.
Flights from the city are operated by 13 airlines, providing stable connections to key regional hubs. The bulk of the traffic is handled by carriers such as Airlink, the national carrier Air Botswana, and South African Airways. To better plan your route, you can explore the travel guide for Gaborone or check the current weather; the city cards below with interest-based filters will help you decide on your final destination.
Gaborone — Johannesburg
Gaborone — Durban
Gaborone — Francistown
Gaborone — Maun
Gaborone — Harare
Gaborone — Kasane
Gaborone — Lusaka
Gaborone — Windhoek
Gaborone — Addis Ababa
Gaborone — Sharjah
Gaborone — Madrid
Flight insights from Gaborone
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Gaborone — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from Gaborone are Johannesburg, Kasane and Cape Town. Johannesburg leads with around 184 flights a week.
- Johannesburg184 flights/week
- Kasane14 flights/week
- Cape Town13 flights/week
- Addis Ababa6 flights/week
- Durban3 flights/week
Top countries
Most direct flights from Gaborone head to South Africa, Botswana and Ethiopia. South Africa alone accounts for about 87% of all direct routes.
- South Africaavg $82
- Botswanaavg $152
- Ethiopiaavg $509
- Zimbabweavg $157
- Zambiaavg $224
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Gaborone range from Johannesburg at $69 to Addis Ababa at $509 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Johannesburgfrom $69
- Kasanefrom $173
- Cape Townfrom $86
- Addis Ababafrom $509
- Durbanfrom $90
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Gaborone right now are Johannesburg from $69, Cape Town from $86 and Durban from $90.
- Johannesburgfrom $69
- Cape Townfrom $86
- Durbanfrom $90
- Francistownfrom $141
- Maunfrom $142
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight from Gaborone is to Seoul at about 16h 37m, followed by New York City (16h 36m) and Hong Kong (14h 25m).
- Seoul16h 37m
- New York City16h 36m
- Hong Kong14h 25m
- Hanoi13h 20m
- Bangkok12h 13m
Popular destinations from Gaborone
South Africa
Botswana
South Africa
Ethiopia
South Africa
Zimbabwe
Botswana
Botswana
Zambia
Namibia
South Africa
South Africa
Lesotho
South Africa
South Africa
South Africa
Mozambique
South Africa
Zimbabwe
United Arab Emirates
South Africa
Zimbabwe
Zambia
South Africa
Turkey
Singapore
Kenya
Malawi
United Kingdom
Eswatini
Malaysia
Kenya
Nigeria
Rwanda
South Africa
France
Namibia
Greece
Thailand
Tanzania
Egypt
Saudi Arabia
Spain
Hong Kong
United States
Ivory Coast
Mozambique
Korea, Republic Of
Russian Federation
Jordan
India
Burundi
India
Vietnam
Congo Democratic Republic Of
Saudi Arabia
Pakistan
Kuwait
South Africa
IndiaFrequently asked questions
- How many destinations are available from Gaborone?
- There are 10 key destinations available from Botswana's capital on the most popular routes. The network includes both domestic flights and services to major aviation hubs in Southern and Eastern Africa.
- What are the most popular destinations from Gaborone?
- The highest demand is for flights to Johannesburg (184 flights per week), Kasane (14 flights), and Cape Town (13 flights). Other popular routes include Addis Ababa, Harare, and Maun.
- How many airlines fly from Gaborone?
- Regular air service from the city is provided by 13 airlines. The largest operators by number of weekly departures are Airlink, Air Botswana, and South African Airways.
- Which airports serve Gaborone?
- The primary and only international hub is Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE). It is located 11 kilometers from the city center, providing convenient access for passengers.
- How can I find cheap flights from Gaborone?
- To find the best fares, it is recommended to plan your trip in advance and monitor offers from regional carriers like Air Botswana. It is also worth noting that flights with a connection in Johannesburg are often more affordable for long-haul international travel.