Flying to Gaborone
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Johannesburg (JNB)
about 1 hour · Non-stop
Cape Town (CPT)
about 2 hours 30 minutes · Usually one stop
Best time to fly
Weather, crowds and fares move together in Gaborone. These are the trade-offs.
April to August
Dry winter — mild days, cold nights, comfortable conditions.
September to November
Very hot and dry before the rains arrive.
December to March
Summer rain, hot, with green landscapes and afternoon storms.
Before you go
Currency
Botswana pula. Cards are widely accepted in the city.
Short hop
The flight from Johannesburg is about an hour, and the road border is also busy — some travellers drive.
Heat
October and November are severely hot. Plan accordingly.
About Gaborone
Gaborone is Botswana's capital, close to the South African border and a short hop from Johannesburg. Most traffic on this route is business and family travel.
For visitors, the Mokolodi Nature Reserve is just outside the city and the Kalahari opens up to the west, though Botswana's headline wildlife destinations are all in the north.
Getting in from the airport
Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE) is about 15 km from the city centre, roughly 20 minutes. Car hire and taxis are available at the terminal.
Entry requirements for South African passport holders
South African passport holders have historically been able to enter Botswana for tourism without a pre-arranged visa. Confirm the current requirement with the Botswana High Commission or your airline before travelling.
Entry rules change. Confirm the current requirements with the destination's embassy or consulate before you travel — this page is a guide, not an authority.
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