Cheap flights from Gaborone (GBE)

Botswana's capital airport and Air Botswana's main hub

Sir Seretse Khama International is the largest airport in Botswana and the main hub for Air Botswana. It sits about 15 km north of central Gaborone and handles regional services from Airlink, South African Airlink and Ethiopian Airlines, with onward connections to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Harare and Addis Ababa for travellers connecting beyond southern Africa.

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Airlines flying from Gaborone (GBE)

Major carriers: Air Botswana, Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines. Low-cost carriers: FlySafair.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly from Gaborone Airport?
Air Botswana is based at GBE, with regional services from Airlink, FlySafair and Ethiopian Airlines linking Gaborone to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Addis Ababa. Flightmussy compares all of them in one results page so you can see who actually has the cheapest fare on your dates.
How far is Gaborone Airport from the city center?
Sir Seretse Khama International is roughly 15 km north of Gaborone city centre, typically a 20 to 25 minute drive. Taxis and ride-hail services are available on arrival, and many central hotels offer airport transfers for guests landing on evening flights.
Are there direct flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg?
Yes, Airlink and Air Botswana both run multiple daily direct services between Gaborone (GBE) and Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (JNB). It is the busiest international route from GBE, so use the Flightmussy fare heatmap to find the cheapest week across the year.
When is the cheapest time to book flights from Gaborone?
Domestic and regional fares from GBE typically rise around Botswana school holidays and December. Booking three to eight weeks ahead and choosing mid-week departures usually pays off. The Flightmussy 12-month heatmap surfaces the cheapest weeks at a glance, with no signup required.

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