Cheap flights to Gaborone
Arrival in Gaborone is via Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, located 11 km from the city center. An extensive route network includes 11 regular destinations, led by flights from Johannesburg (192 flights per week). Flights from Cape Town (15 flights), Maun, and Kasane are also in demand. To better plan your route, check the information on how to get there and explore the current city guide.
A total of 13 airlines provide air service to Botswana, connecting the region with key African transport hubs. The leading carriers by the number of flights are Air Botswana, Airlink, and South African Airways. Below on the page, you will find departure city cards with a convenient ticket search form, and we recommend checking the weather forecast before your trip.
Johannesburg — Gaborone
Durban — Gaborone
Francistown — Gaborone
Maun — Gaborone
Cape Town — Gaborone
Kasane — Gaborone
Harare — Gaborone
Lusaka — Gaborone
Windhoek — Gaborone
Victoria Falls — Gaborone
Nairobi — Gaborone
LON — Gaborone
Flight insights to Gaborone
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Gaborone — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Gaborone come from Johannesburg, Cape Town and Kasane. Johannesburg leads with around 192 flights a week.
- Johannesburg192 flights/week
- Cape Town15 flights/week
- Kasane11 flights/week
- Maun11 flights/week
- Lusaka4 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Gaborone depart from South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe. South Africa alone accounts for about 85% of all direct routes.
- South Africaavg $140
- Botswanaavg $153
- Zimbabweavg $217
- Zambiaavg $255
- Ethiopiaavg $346
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Gaborone range from Johannesburg at $107 to Lusaka at $255 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Johannesburgfrom $107
- Cape Townfrom $152
- Kasanefrom $177
- Maunfrom $139
- Lusakafrom $255
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Gaborone from right now are Johannesburg from $107, Maun from $139 and Francistown from $142.
- Johannesburgfrom $107
- Maunfrom $139
- Francistownfrom $142
- Cape Townfrom $152
- Durbanfrom $160
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Gaborone is from Addis Ababa at about 5h 36m, followed by Jamestown (4h 54m) and Pemba (3h 4m).
- Addis Ababa5h 36m
- Jamestown4h 54m
- Pemba3h 4m
- Nacala2h 57m
- Nampula2h 45m
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Saint HelenaFrequently asked questions
- How many cities have flights to Gaborone?
- Currently, direct air service to Gaborone is established from 11 cities. Most routes connect the capital of Botswana with major transport hubs in Southern Africa and neighboring countries in the region.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Gaborone?
- The most popular destination is Johannesburg, with 192 flights operated weekly. A significant number of flights also arrive from Cape Town (15 flights per week), Maun (11 flights), and Kasane (11 flights).
- How many airlines fly to Gaborone?
- 13 airlines fly to the city's airport. The largest operators are Air Botswana, Airlink, and South African Airways; international carriers like Qatar Airways and Emirates also operate flights.
- Which airports serve flights to Gaborone?
- All international and domestic flights arrive at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport. The terminal is located just 11 km from the city limits, allowing for a quick trip to the center after landing.
- How to find cheap flights to Gaborone?
- To find the best deals, it is recommended to book tickets several months before departure. It is also worth considering flights with a layover in Johannesburg, as this route features the highest flight frequency and competition between airlines.