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Cheapest return flight
£267
Typical prices: £152-£289
Air Botswana
Sat 20/1Sat 27/1
CPT - GBE • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£137
Typical prices: £86-£170
Air Botswana
Sun 9/12
CPT - GBE • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Airlink and Air Botswana. Average duration is 2h 05m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 41% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Gaborone (CPT-GBE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Gaborone

Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Air Botswana Logo
10:00 - 12:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 00mdirect
Air Botswana Logo
07:15 - 09:15GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 00mdirect
£267Air Botswana
Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
Air Botswana Logo
10:00 - 12:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 00mdirect
Air Botswana Logo
15:15 - 17:15GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 00mdirect
£269Air Botswana
Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
Air Botswana Logo
10:00 - 12:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 00mdirect
Air Botswana Logo
15:15 - 17:15GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 00mdirect
£272Air Botswana
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Botswana Logo
10:00 - 12:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 00mdirect
Air Botswana Logo
12:45 - 14:45GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 00mdirect
£281Air Botswana
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Botswana Logo
10:00 - 12:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 00mdirect
Air Botswana Logo
12:45 - 14:45GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 00mdirect
£284Air Botswana
Thu, 10 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
South African Logo
14:15 - 20:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
6h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
South African Logo
07:40 - 13:25GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£297South African
Tue, 15 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec
South African Logo
14:15 - 20:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
6h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
South African Logo
07:40 - 13:25GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£301South African
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
Airlink Logo
10:50 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 10mdirect
Airlink Logo
13:45 - 16:00GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 15mdirect
£335Airlink
Thu, 10 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Airlink Logo
10:50 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 10mdirect
Airlink Logo
13:45 - 16:00GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 15mdirect
£337Airlink
Thu, 10 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 10mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:40 - 13:25GBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£339Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Gaborone flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Gaborone?

Return flights from Cape Town to Gaborone typically range from £152 to £289. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £267 on Air Botswana.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Gaborone?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Gaborone. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Gaborone?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Gaborone at £145 return.
•May (£340) and August (£291) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 133% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Gaborone the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Gaborone are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Cape Town to Gaborone flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

£137
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Gaborone

When to book flights from Cape Town to Gaborone

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Gaborone based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Gaborone flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cape Town to Gaborone?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cape Town to Gaborone:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:00 and lands at 12:05
    • Latest: departs at 18:00 and lands at 20:05.

    The flight takes about 2h 05m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Gaborone?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Gaborone.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Gaborone?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Gaborone takes 2h 05m, covering 785 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Gaborone?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Gaborone flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Gaborone range from £152 to £289, with an average of £245 over the past 12 months. Anything below £152 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Gaborone flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 3% below the route average of £245. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Cape Town to Gaborone?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £200 return via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB), compared with £266 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cape Town to Gaborone?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Botswana. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer ERJ-140 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Cape Town to Gaborone spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Cape Town to Gaborone flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Gaborone changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £267 to £1,092. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Gaborone looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Gaborone are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £192, which is 46% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama Airport (GBE)?

    Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama Airport (GBE) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £37 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Europcar
    • Avis
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Gaborone?

    Flights from Cape Town to Gaborone usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama (GBE).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Cape Town to Gaborone?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Cape Town to Gaborone?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cape Town to Gaborone route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 32m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Gaborone pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Cape Town to Gaborone pass through Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Gaborone?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Cape Town to Gaborone. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £223 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £258, a difference of £35.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Cape Town to Gaborone?

    2 airlines operate flights between Cape Town and Gaborone. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Airlink
    • Air Botswana

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cape Town to Gaborone flights?

    Among airlines operating Cape Town to Gaborone flights:

    • Air Botswana: offers free seat selection
    • Airlink: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cape Town to Gaborone flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Botswana: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Airlink: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Gaborone flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average £223, about £35 less than Thursday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Gaborone trip for February. Fares historically average £145 return in that month – typically £194 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Airlink. Over the past three months, 95% of Airlink flights from Cape Town to Gaborone arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 32m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £200 return on this route – about £67 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Cape Town to Gaborone?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cape Town Intl Airport to Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cape Town Intl to Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama

Tuesday

Airlink

Airlink

Wednesday

Air Botswana

Air Botswana

Thursday

Airlink

Airlink

Friday

Air Botswana

Air Botswana

Saturday

Airlink

Airlink

Sunday

Air Botswana

Air Botswana

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Direct returns

Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama to Cape Town Intl

Tuesday

Airlink

Airlink

Wednesday

Air Botswana

Air Botswana

Thursday

Airlink

Airlink

Friday

Air Botswana

Air Botswana

Saturday

Airlink

Airlink

Sunday

Air Botswana

Air Botswana

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