Flying from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE): what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) jetting off from here.
Approximately 1 hour 1 minute is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.
Gaborone (where Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is located) and Johannesburg share the UTC+2 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) is the most popular route. There are 74 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Air Botswana at 19:30. Opt for the first JNB to GBE departure operated by Airlink at 06:20 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Johannesburg to GBE won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Get to your destination in one go from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Direct flights from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) can be booked from here.
Air Botswana is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport jetting out of JNB.
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a flight from Johannesburg to GBE, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) is an option if you're flying out of O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
The distance from central Johannesburg to JNB is around 29 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Want a handy hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
About Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near GBE:
Getting from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) to central Gaborone
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Gaborone. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 18 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
For a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, Rs29,366 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from Rs58,329. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in cheap tickets from Johannesburg to GBE.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Johannesburg to GBE.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Gaborone, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Gaborone is November, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Johannesburg to GBE in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Gaborone
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Gaborone right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Three Dikgosi Monument, Gaborone Game Reserve and Botswana National Museum are major attractions which should feature on every Gaborone itinerary.
Complete your Gaborone trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Johannesburg to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Gaborone. Check out the exclusive deals and instantly compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
