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Cheap flights from South Africa to Botswana from R1 595

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — GBE
Sep 8 — Sep 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Botswana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Botswana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 August 2026.

Thu 27/819:25 -
Nonstop0h 50m
Sun 30/812:55 -
Nonstop1h 00m
Deal found 9/8R2 980
Fri 14/811:05 -
Nonstop0h 55m
Fri 21/87:40 -
Nonstop0h 50m
Deal found 5/8R3 044
Sun 9/816:25 -
Nonstop0h 55m
Mon 10/818:10 -
Nonstop1h 00m
Deal found 8/8R3 061
Fri 18/919:30 -
Nonstop0h 45m
Tue 22/913:50 -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 7/8R3 077
Sat 8/816:25 -
Nonstop0h 55m
Sun 9/818:10 -
Nonstop1h 00m
Deal found 6/8R3 125
Mon 10/816:25 -
Nonstop0h 55m
Wed 12/812:55 -
Nonstop1h 00m
Deal found 8/8R3 141
Thu 3/915:45 -
Nonstop1h 10m
Wed 16/913:50 -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 4/8R3 157
Mon 21/1219:30 -
Nonstop1h 10m
Sun 27/127:00 -
Nonstop0h 45m
Deal found 4/8R3 270
Fri 16/1018:00 -
Nonstop2h 00m
Wed 21/107:15 -
Nonstop2h 00m
Deal found 6/8R5 638
Wed 19/89:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Sat 22/812:55 -
1 stop10h 40m
Deal found 5/8R6 169
Tue 8/914:15 -
1 stop6h 25m
Sun 13/99:45 -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 5/8R6 186
Sat 5/915:55 -
1 stop4h 45m
Sun 13/99:45 -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 5/8R6 250

Find flight deals from South Africa to Botswana

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Botswana flight deals. Data was last updated 9 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R2 980

One-way from

R1 595

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R3 624

Good round-trip deal

R3 052 or less

Good one-way deal

R1 755 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 27/8-30/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 50m total
  • South Africa to Botswana
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Air Botswana
  • Air Botswana
  • 27/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 10m total
  • South Africa to Botswana
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (R9 746 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R918 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Botswana that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 August 2026.
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JohannesburgGaborone

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

JNBGBE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

12:00-13:10

Nonstop1h 10m

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Sat 31/10

7:00-8:10

Nonstop1h 10m

R3 399

Cape TownGaborone

CPT Cape Town Intl - GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

CPTGBE

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/10

18:00-20:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Wed 21/10

10:50-21:50

1 stop11h 00m

R6 588

Cape TownGaborone

CPT Cape Town Intl - GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

CPTGBE

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/9

10:50-13:00

Nonstop2h 10m

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Sat 26/9

13:45-16:00

Nonstop2h 15m

R7 023

JohannesburgGaborone

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

JNBGBE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

8:45-9:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Thu 17/12

13:45-20:30

1 stop6h 45m

R7 055

Cape TownGaborone

CPT Cape Town Intl - GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

CPTGBE

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/9

10:50-13:00

Nonstop2h 10m

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Sun 27/9

9:45-23:35

1 stop13h 50m

R7 120

JohannesburgMaun

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MUB Maun

JNBMUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

11:25-13:10

Nonstop1h 45m

Maun

Fri 4/12

14:15-16:35

Nonstop2h 20m

R7 152

JohannesburgFrancistown

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FRW Francistown

JNBFRW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

19:30-14:40

1 stop19h 10m

Francistown

Sun 30/8

15:10-10:45

1 stop19h 35m

R7 313

JohannesburgMaun

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MUB Maun

JNBMUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

11:25-13:10

Nonstop1h 45m

Maun

Thu 24/9

13:40-15:15

Nonstop1h 35m

R7 313

JohannesburgMaun

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MUB Maun

JNBMUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

11:25-13:10

Nonstop1h 45m

Maun

Tue 22/9

13:40-15:15

Nonstop1h 35m

R7 329

JohannesburgGaborone

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

JNBGBE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

16:50-17:45

Nonstop0h 55m

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Sat 31/10

13:45-11:15

1 stop21h 30m

R7 490

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Botswana

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Botswana from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Botswana

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Botswana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Botswana (average of R2 706). Flying from South Africa to Botswana in July is currently the most expensive (average of R4 140). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to BW?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Botswana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 August 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Botswana in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Botswana

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Botswana. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 9 August 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to BW0 are scheduled on a Friday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Botswana delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between South Africa and Botswana have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 77 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Botswana flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Botswana flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Botswana?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Botswana, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Botswana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Botswana. Price data was last updated on 31 January 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Botswana flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Botswana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Botswana. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Botswana. Reviews last updated 9 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink,South African, andCemair from South Africa to Botswana have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Cemair
6,6
Okay
22 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,3

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,4

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Botswana. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Botswana?

    Departing from South Africa to Botswana will take you 1h 10m. South Africa and Botswana are separated by a distance of 291 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Botswana one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with South African, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R962. Air Botswana flights start at R1 349 while deals on Airlink start at R1 452 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Botswana that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Botswana flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Botswana?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Botswana.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Botswana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Botswana by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Botswana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Botswana (average of R2 706). Flying from South Africa to Botswana in July is currently the most expensive (average of R4 140). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from South Africa to Botswana

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Botswana. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air BotswanaCheapestR1 611AverageR6 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR1 897AverageR6 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR1 949AverageR3 006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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CemairCheapestR5 263AverageR8 705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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