What percentage of Johannesburg to Gaborone flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 68.2% of flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone were direct. For travelers who prefer non-stop journeys, this route offers a high probability of finding a direct option. When connecting flights were necessary, they typically involved a median of 2 stopovers.

How many hours is the flight from Johannesburg to Gaborone?

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Gaborone has a median duration of 55 minutes. This is a relatively short journey, covering a distance of 293 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, are significantly longer, with a median duration of 1240 minutes, which translates to approximately 20 hours and 40 minutes.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone?

Historically, good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone have been frequent. This route is classified as one with consistent opportunities for finding favorable fares. Travelers can typically expect to see good deals appearing regularly across the trailing 30 days.

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Johannesburg to Gaborone: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone

For flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest typically connect once. The overall median journey time for this route is 1h 40m, which includes both direct and connecting flights. This short duration makes it a convenient route for travelers.

When looking for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone, fares typically range from $211–$550, with a median of $257. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, with 19% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fluctuations.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Gaborone, the data shows that April is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $121. January also offers competitive prices, with a median of $132, followed by March at a median of $142. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.

The flight from Johannesburg to Gaborone covers a distance of 293 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This short distance contributes to the relatively quick travel times, making it an accessible destination for quick trips or business travel.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Gaborone

Regular price: $186 - $321

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

The regular price range for this route is between 186 USD and 321 USD. The current lowest deal is 194 USD with South African Airways, for travel from Aug 5-Aug 7.

now $194

Low $186

High $321

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Gaborone

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to GBE is April, with a median price of $121. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $286. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $121

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $286

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone

Air Botswana

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Gaborone

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$284

$239

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$292

$209

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$290

$209

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$234

$196

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$222

$207

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$229

$208

One-way

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

5 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 9

$367 → $211

42%

5 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 26

$323 → $201

38%

3 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 21

$317 → $199

37%

3 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 12

$319 → $201

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Gaborone

Johannesburg - Gaborone route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Gaborone are above the typical level at $194.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $121

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Gaborone, with a median price of $121.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 40m

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone typically take 1 hour and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequent

Direct flights are frequently available, with 68.2% of recent fares being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Botswana offers direct flights

Air Botswana is one airline that offers direct flights on the Johannesburg to Gaborone route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a primary departure point for flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone.

📍 ~20 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$192

Gaborone main airports to arrive at

Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE)

Cheapest

Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is the primary arrival airport for Gaborone.

📍 ~10 km from Gaborone (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$192

Airports nearby Gaborone used as alternative

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

This airport offers extensive global connectivity as a primary international hub for Southern Africa.

📍 ~330 km from Gaborone (reachable by car)

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Gaborone

77% AI deal score

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$484

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Gaborone

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone is typically within 0-6 days of departure. During this window, the average price observed was $145. Prices tend to increase as the departure date extends further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $430. Even flights booked 60+ days out show a higher average price of $364 compared to last-minute options.

Across the trailing quarter, a price of $211 or less for a flight from Johannesburg to Gaborone is considered a good deal. The median price for this route was $257. Prices can go significantly higher, with 75% of observed prices being $550 or less. Travelers aiming for value should target fares at or below the $211 threshold.

Historically, April has been the best month to fly from Johannesburg to Gaborone, with a median price of $121. January also offered favorable prices, with a median of $132. March, however, showed a median price of $142, which was the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days. The annual median price for this route was $257, indicating that these months offer significant savings.

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Johannesburg to Gaborone: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Gaborone

Regular price: $186 - $321

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

The regular price range for this route is between 186 USD and 321 USD. The current lowest deal is 194 USD with South African Airways, for travel from Aug 5-Aug 7.

now $194

Low $186

High $321

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Gaborone

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to GBE is April, with a median price of $121. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $286. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $121

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $286

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Gaborone

Air Botswana

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Gaborone

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$284

$239

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$292

$209

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$290

$209

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$234

$196

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$222

$207

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Gaborone

Johannesburg (JNB) - Gaborone (GBE)

South African Airways

$229

$208

One-way

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

5 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 9

$367 → $211

42%

5 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 26

$323 → $201

38%

3 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 21

$317 → $199

37%

3 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 12

$319 → $201

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Gaborone