What percentage of Harare to Gaborone flights are direct?

Historically, direct flights from Harare to Gaborone have accounted for approximately 50.4% of all available options over a 90-day period. This means that roughly half of the flights on this route offer a non-stop journey. For flights that do include stopovers, the median number of connections observed was 1. Travelers have a good chance of finding a direct route for this journey.

How long is the flight from Harare to Gaborone?

The direct flight from Harare to Gaborone typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 911 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 6 hours and 45 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey. Travelers should consider the substantial time saving offered by non-stop options.

How much more do direct flights from Harare to Gaborone cost?

Historically, direct flights from Harare to Gaborone have been approximately 36% more expensive than connecting flights. Over a 90-day period, the median price for a direct flight was $465, while connecting flights had a median price of $341. Direct flights constituted about 48.4% of the available options. Travelers prioritizing convenience should factor in this price difference for a non-stop journey.

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Harare to Gaborone: Overview

Insights for flights from Harare to Gaborone

December stands out as the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Gaborone, with a median fare of $316. Following closely, January offers a median of $334, and April presents a median of $355. These months provide the most favorable pricing for travelers planning their trips.

For those seeking cheap flights from Harare to Gaborone, fares typically range from $335–$477, with a median of $453. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are relatively scarce at present, though new deals appear almost daily.

When considering the journey from Harare to Gaborone, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the remaining flights typically connect once. Specifically, 50.4% of recent fares were for direct flights, offering a more streamlined travel experience. For those itineraries that include connections, you can expect a single stopover.

A typical journey from Harare to Gaborone takes approximately 4h 45m, including any connections. This duration accounts for the overall travel time, from departure in Harare to arrival in Gaborone, encompassing both direct and connecting itineraries.

The distance between Harare and Gaborone is 911 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance means flights are generally quick, making it a convenient option for regional travel.

How much is a round trip from Harare to Gaborone

Regular price: $386 - $600

Prices for flights from Harare to Gaborone are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 386 USD and 600 USD. The current lowest deal is 418 USD with Safair for travel from Aug 21-Aug 27.

now $418

Low $386

High $600

The cheapest time to fly from Harare to Gaborone

The cheapest month to fly from HRE to GBE is December, with a median price of $316. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $478. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $316

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $478

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Direct flights from Harare to Gaborone

Air Botswana

Last-minute flights going from Harare to Gaborone

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

HRE - Gaborone

Harare (HRE) - Gaborone (GBE)

Safair

$593

$547

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HRE - Gaborone

Harare (HRE) - Gaborone (GBE)

Regional Air Lines

$593

$483

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HRE - Gaborone

Harare (HRE) - Gaborone (GBE)

Safair

$562

$498

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

HRE - Gaborone

Harare (HRE) - Gaborone (GBE)

Safair

$549

$482

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

HRE - Gaborone

Harare (HRE) - Gaborone (GBE)

Airfreight Express

$601

$496

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Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

HRE - Gaborone

Harare (HRE) - Gaborone (GBE)

Safair

$570

$482

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Harare to Gaborone

3 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 26

$641 → $484

25%

2 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 8

$589 → $453

23%

3 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 9

$589 → $455

23%

3 nights

Sep 27 - Sep 30

$575 → $445

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Harare to Gaborone

Harare - Gaborone route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Harare to Gaborone are above the typical level at $418.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $316

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Gaborone, at $316.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 4h 45m duration

Flights from Harare to Gaborone typically take 4h 45m, covering 911 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals, mixed direct flights

Deals are frequent, with a mixed availability of direct flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Botswana offers direct flights

Air Botswana is a key airline offering direct flights on the Harare to Gaborone route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 1% of the time

Historically, good prices for this route are available 1% of the time.

Harare main airports to depart from

Harare International (HRE)

Cheapest

Harare International Airport is a good option for flights from Harare to Gaborone.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$447

Gaborone main airports to arrive at

Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE)

Cheapest

Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights to Gaborone.

📍 ~10 km from Gaborone (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$447

Airports nearby Gaborone used as alternative

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

Consider O. R. Tambo International for a wider flight network and potentially lower long-haul fares.

📍 ~300 km from Gaborone (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$206

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Gaborone

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Harare to Gaborone has been within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price was around $370. Prices tend to fluctuate, with flights booked 7-13 days out averaging $399, and those booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $426. Even for bookings made 60+ days out, the average price was $383, indicating that last-minute options can sometimes offer better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Harare to Gaborone was considered to be $335. This figure represents the lower end of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route was $453, with 75% of prices falling below $477. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $335 threshold.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Gaborone, with a median price of $316. January also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $334. April, while also listed among the cheapest, had a slightly higher median of $355. The annual median price for this route, based on a 270-day window, was $453, indicating significant savings are possible during these months.

Harare to Gaborone: Overview

Insights for flights from Harare to Gaborone

How much is a round trip from Harare to Gaborone

Regular price: $386 - $600

Prices for flights from Harare to Gaborone are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 386 USD and 600 USD. The current lowest deal is 418 USD with Safair for travel from Aug 21-Aug 27.

now $418

Low $386

High $600

The cheapest time to fly from Harare to Gaborone

December

Cheapest

Flights from $316

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $478

Jan

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Apr

May

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Aug

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