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Cheapest return flight
R3 027
Typical prices: R2 592-R4 290
South African
Wed 24/10Wed 31/10
JNB - GBE • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
R1 618
Typical prices: R1 480-R2 489
Air Botswana
Wed 14/11
JNB - GBE • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Airlink, Air Botswana, and South African. Average duration is 1h 02m
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Most flights • 43 per week
Best reviews • 8,4 score
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Cheapest • 47% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Gaborone

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals to Gaborone

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
South African Logo
11:05 - 12:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
0h 55mdirect
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12:45 - 13:35GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
0h 50mdirect
R3 027South African
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
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11:05 - 12:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
0h 55mdirect
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12:55 - 13:55GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 00mdirect
R3 043South African
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
South African Logo
11:05 - 12:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
0h 55mdirect
South African Logo
12:45 - 13:35GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
0h 50mdirect
R3 043South African
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Nov 27
Air Botswana Logo
15:45 - 16:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
1h 10mdirect
Air Botswana Logo
9:45 - 11:05GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 20mdirect
R3 075Air Botswana
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Oct 29
Air Botswana Logo
12:00 - 13:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
1h 10mdirect
Air Botswana Logo
17:30 - 18:40GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 10mdirect
R3 075Air Botswana
Tue, Dec 22 - Sun, Jan 3
Air Botswana Logo
19:30 - 20:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
1h 10mdirect
Air Botswana Logo
9:45 - 11:05GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 20mdirect
R3 188Air Botswana
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:25 - 20:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
0h 50mdirect
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10:00 - 11:10GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 10mdirect
R4 325Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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20:25 - 11:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
15h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:45 - 18:15GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R5 382Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Airlink Logo
10:50 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 10mdirect
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13:45 - 16:00GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 15mdirect
R6 487Airlink
Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 8
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10:50 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 10mdirect
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13:45 - 16:00GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 15mdirect
R6 519Airlink
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for South Africa to Gaborone flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from South Africa to Gaborone with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Gaborone?

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Gaborone is the cheapest route at R3 027 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Gaborone?

A return flight to Gaborone costs R3 231 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport average R3 059, while Durban runs a bit higher at R4 004.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Gaborone?

Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Gaborone at R3 284 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Wednesday is the most expensive at R3 716.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Gaborone?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly to Gaborone with an average price of R2 499 return.
  • May (R3 860) and September (R3 780) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Gaborone?

Night flights to Gaborone are the cheapest at R3 027 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at R3 380.

What is a good deal for flights to Gaborone?

Flights under R2 592 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Gaborone at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport R2 432
.

When are flights to Gaborone the cheapest?

Flights to Gaborone are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Gaborone

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R1 618
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Gaborone

When to book flights to Gaborone

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Gaborone based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Gaborone, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Gaborone?

    Airlink operates the most flights from South Africa to Gaborone at 43 per week, while Air Botswana is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from South Africa to Gaborone. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • How long are direct flights to Gaborone from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Gaborone varies depending on your departure city:
    • from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport: 0h 45m
    • from Cape Town: 2h 00m

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Gaborone?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Gaborone are from:
    • Johannesburg, from R3 027 return

  • How many flights serve Gaborone?

    Gaborone receives 12 flights per day and 81 per week from across the world. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport has the most flights to Gaborone with 75 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to Gaborone is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Gaborone is around R2 592 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Gaborone?

    Last-minute fares to Gaborone – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 8% above the average return fare of R3 231.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Gaborone?

Your guide to booking Gaborone flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Gaborone, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Gaborone, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around R2 592 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Gaborone in January. Return fares historically average R2 499 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to R352 per return. Evening flights to Gaborone average R3 027 compared to R3 380 for morning flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Gaborone, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Air Botswana includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, South African includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, and Airlink includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying to Gaborone

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Gaborone? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8,4
AirlinkOverall score based on 91 reviews
8,3Comfort
8,9Crew
6,4Entertainment
8,2Boarding
8,1Food
Airline reviews

Flight cancelled by Seuss air and all onward flights missed

2,0 MediocreAnonymous, Jul 2026
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Flight cancelled by Seuss air and all onward flights missed

This is a quick flight from JoBerg to Livingstone. The small meal was very good, surprisingly, not a sandwich but a nice little chicken salad. Easy breezy flight if you travel long distance a lot. There is no entertainment and none needed for this short flight

Loved the in flight meal! Surprisingly good.! Staff on board were all friendly and professional! Book as far ahead as possible! Get your seat selection locked in ASAP

Far better than last return flight we had when the flight was delayed due to technical error and we missed our connection flight with no initial support from Airlink. This time thankfully all went well and will use again.

This was an excellent flight with great crew and a full complement service including a sandwich, a drink from the bar, tea, coffee or water with the meal and then a further bar service.

I can't understand how the priority boarding queue has so many people standing in it. I was travelling business class and arrived 40 minutes before boarding time and there we about 25 people in the queue ahead of me?

Delayed boarding... we were kept standing in the bus for too long... the bus was packed and smelling people!!! As if it's not enough,when we finally came off the bus, we had to wait again standing in the sun waiting to board..

+ There was a great small meal even on the short flight + They gave our kids a magazine that kept them busy because there were no screens - We didn't get a boarding pass for our infant in arms for the connecting flight

Just an short flight. So it was great. Airlink is pretty good😀

Flight was moved forward by 2 hours with 3 days notice. This meant I could not connect from flight from Johannesburg. So did not take the flight and drove to Kasane. Will never use Air Botswana unless absolutely necessary. Mark

This airline has now finally turned the corner and reminiscent of the old day service. Would definitely recommend flying with SAA.

Great experience all-round. From re-checking baggage directly before leaving the arrivals hall (coming from international), to fast and friendly boarding, to complimentary drinks and snacks on board. This was a very pleasant experience - even my luggage was delivered on the belt very quickly and it was a wonderful end to a 28 hour transit.

I had a very good experience from boarding to arrivals.

Boarded almost 48 hrs later after a scheduling change on my initial flight that was not communicated either by kayak of SAA.

I had booked a ticket for a 6:40 am departure in July 2025, but it appears there was a change to 8;00 am, which meant I missed my connecting flight which departed 10 m minutes before I landed. I had seen this problem only the previous day and try to resolve it with South African air, but they are very uncooperative on the phone. All they could say was all flights were fully booked and I ended up buying paying $2,000+ to secure a ticket for my family to ensure we got out of South Africa by Monday, which am currently pursuing with the airline.

South African Airways on the outside, a very old shabby Qatar Airways plane on the inside

The food options were beef or veg, No alternatives for Hindus, that don't eat beef...

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

It is a short flight so I was impressed by the drink and snacks.

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