Cheap flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg from R1 235

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 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GBE — JNB
Jan 7 — Jan 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama to Johannesburg are usually found in November or June, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gaborone to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 December 2025.

Fri 12/1213:40GBE - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Sun 14/1219:30JNB - GBE
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Deal found 8/12R2 352
Sun 14/127:00GBE - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Sun 14/1219:30JNB - GBE
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Deal found 7/12R2 369
Sat 13/127:00GBE - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Sat 20/1219:30JNB - GBE
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Deal found 5/12R2 386
Sun 28/1217:30GBE - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Wed 31/1219:30JNB - GBE
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Deal found 8/12R2 420
Wed 10/1216:15GBE - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Sun 14/1211:45JNB - GBE
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Deal found 6/12R2 487
Thu 18/127:00GBE - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Tue 30/1212:00JNB - GBE
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Deal found 6/12R2 521
Mon 8/1218:10GBE - JNB
Nonstop1h 00mSouth African
Tue 9/126:40JNB - GBE
Nonstop1h 05mSouth African
Deal found 8/12R2 538
Fri 26/127:00GBE - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Fri 2/115:35JNB - GBE
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Deal found 8/12R2 657
Tue 9/127:00GBE - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Wed 10/1212:00JNB - GBE
Nonstop1h 10mAir Botswana
Deal found 8/12R2 673
Mon 8/1217:00GBE - JNB
Nonstop0h 50mAirlink
Tue 9/126:20JNB - GBE
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Deal found 7/12R2 843
Sun 7/1218:10GBE - JNB
Nonstop0h 50mSouth African
Tue 9/126:40JNB - GBE
Nonstop1h 05mSouth African
Deal found 7/12R2 860
Sat 13/1218:10GBE - JNB
Nonstop1h 00mSouth African
Sat 20/1216:25JNB - GBE
Nonstop0h 55mSouth African
Deal found 5/12R3 452

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gaborone (GBE) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R2 369

One-way from

R1 235

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R3 367
Air Botswana
  • Air Botswana
  • 25/12-28/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Gaborone to Johannesburg
South African
  • South African
  • 28/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 00m total
  • Gaborone to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R3 305 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R401 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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GaboroneJohannesburg

GBE - JNB

GBEJNB

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Wed 21/1

7:00-8:10

Nonstop1h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

12:00-13:10

Nonstop1h 10m

R2 369

GaboroneJohannesburg

GBE - JNB

GBEJNB

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Tue 6/1

7:00-8:10

Nonstop1h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

19:30-20:40

Nonstop1h 10m

R2 420

GaboroneJohannesburg

GBE - JNB

GBEJNB

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Thu 29/1

13:50-15:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

19:30-20:40

Nonstop1h 10m

R2 454

GaboroneJohannesburg

GBE - JNB

GBEJNB

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Tue 20/1

7:00-8:10

Nonstop1h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

12:00-13:10

Nonstop1h 10m

R2 454

GaboroneJohannesburg

GBE - JNB

GBEJNB

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Sun 4/1

7:00-8:10

Nonstop1h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/1

11:45-12:55

Nonstop1h 10m

R2 470

GaboroneJohannesburg

GBE - JNB

GBEJNB

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Fri 26/12

7:00-8:10

Nonstop1h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/1

11:45-12:55

Nonstop1h 10m

R2 657

GaboroneJohannesburg

GBE - JNB

GBEJNB

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Sat 17/1

15:30-16:40

Nonstop1h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

11:45-12:55

Nonstop1h 10m

R2 657

GaboroneJohannesburg

GBE - JNB

GBEJNB

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Fri 27/2

7:00-8:10

Nonstop1h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

12:00-13:10

Nonstop1h 10m

R2 657

GaboroneJohannesburg

GBE - JNB

GBEJNB

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Fri 2/1

18:10-19:10

Nonstop1h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/1

6:40-7:35

Nonstop0h 55m

R2 673

GaboroneJohannesburg

GBE - HLA

GBEHLA

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Fri 19/12

13:40-20:50

1 stop7h 10m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sun 21/12

5:55-18:20

1 stop12h 25m

R12 623

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Best time to book a flight from Gaborone to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Gaborone to Johannesburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gaborone to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gaborone to Johannesburg (average of R1 811). Flying from Gaborone to Johannesburg in May is currently the most expensive (average of R3 367). 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 GBE to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Gaborone to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 December 2025.

When flying from Gaborone to Johannesburg, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Gaborone to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Gaborone to Johannesburg. 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 8 December 2025.

The most flights from GBE to ZA1 are scheduled on a Friday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

How often are flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg delayed?

About 4% of weekly flights between Gaborone and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 78 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Gaborone to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Gaborone to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 2% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 8 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink and South African from Gaborone to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,2

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
8,4
Very Good

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,2

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

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,2

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 Gaborone to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Gaborone to Johannesburg flights?

    Travellers who are taking a trip into Johannesburg from Gaborone will start out at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport. This airport is 15 kilometres from the city centre and offers flights to places like Johannesburg, Addis Ababa, Livingston, and Victoria Falls. In most cases, the flight will end at O.R. Tambo International Airport, but some individuals may disembark at Lanseria International Airport. O.R. Tambo is the busiest airport in Africa with the ability to handle 28 million passengers each year. It is a hub for several airlines including South African Airways, Mango, and Kulula.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    Flights to Johannesburg from Gaborone are available from several airlines including South African Airways and Air Botswana. These flights typically reach the destination in 0h 55m-1h 00m and are the least expensive flights in most cases. These flights start fairly early every morning and run into the evening. There are also stopover flights between these two cities offered by Air Namibia, Ethiopian Airlines, and Air Botswana. Flights with stopovers are typically found in the afternoon although there may be morning options in some cases. The flights with one stop are usually around the same price as flights with additional touch down locations.

  • What are the stopover options between Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    When going from Gaborone to Johannesburg, passengers may stop in various places. The most common include Maun Airport, Windhoek Hosea Kutako Airport, or Addis Ababa Airport. The fastest among the one-stop flights make it to Johannesburg in 4h 50m, but others may take as long as 19h 05m. There is one flight with more than a single stop that passengers can choose. It will touch down at Addis Ababa Airport, Lagos Airport, and Libreville Airport. This flight is pretty long and will reach Johannesburg in approximately 34h 25m. It is typically available in the afternoon each day.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    Going to Johannesburg from Gaborone does not require a visa, but passengers must have a passport and can visit for up to 90 days. Travellers should also have a valid form of identification.

  • How can I determine whether or not an airline is sustainable?

    If you would like to see whether or not an airline is sustainable, make sure to read through its Sustainability Strategy or Plan. In these documents, you will typically be able to find detailed information about a company’s long term environmental goals and how they intend to reach these.

  • What are some actions I can take to limit my environmental footprint during my journey?

    By packing as lightly as you reasonably can, you can limit your environmental footprint, as this will minimize the amount of fuel that is needed to operate the aircraft. Also, you can try to book a direct flight rather than one that requires a layover, as non-stop flights usually result in fewer greenhouse has emissions.

  • Are there any sustainable airlines that service flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    Air Botswana is another sustainable airline that services many flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg. This company has contributed to local conservation initiatives and has even led projects to help plant trees in the region.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    Most people fly from Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama (GBE) if they book a flight from Gaborone to Johannesburg. On average, Sir Seretse Khama has 24 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day from 3 airlines. Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama is conveniently located just 11,1 km from Gaborone’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    Departing from Gaborone to Johannesburg will take you 1h 10m. The distance from Gaborone to Johannesburg is about 291 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Gaborone to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg round-trip from R1 778. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Airlink, from R1 901, and Air Botswana, from R2 479. South African is currently priced 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Gaborone to Johannesburg one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is South African, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R1 187. However, be on the lookout for offers from Airlink and Air Botswana, as they are both options that can get you from Gaborone to Johannesburg for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Gaborone to Johannesburg on time: KLM (93%), Qantas Airways (89%), Airlink (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    While on average a flight from Gaborone to Johannesburg is generally R2 173, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R1 241. When looking at the most popular route, (Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R2 369 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gaborone to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gaborone to Johannesburg 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 Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gaborone to Johannesburg (average of R1 811). Flying from Gaborone to Johannesburg in May is currently the most expensive (average of R3 367). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR2 101AverageR3 707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR2 286AverageR2 423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air BotswanaCheapestR3 044AverageR3 507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Helpful tips for your next trip to Johannesburg

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Johannesburg. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • When you fly from Gaborone to Johannesburg, you will usually depart from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE). GBE has taken steps to safeguard the environment by planting trees and contributing to local organizations that conserve ecosystems.
  • Once you reach Johannesburg, you will typically land at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). JNB also has been improving its negative environmental footprint by implementing water and energy conservation, waste management, and alien vegetation removal programs, as well as contributing to ecosystem conservation programs.
  • South African Airways is one airline that services many of the flights from Gaborone to Johannesburg and it has taken actions to be as environmentally friendly as possible. For example, it has pledged to blend 50% of its fuel with sustainable biofuel that has been produced locally.

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