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Cheapest round-trip
$386
Typical prices: $191-$397
South African, Air Botswana
Tue 12/18Tue 12/25
GBE - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$390
Typical prices: $388-$455
Air Botswana
Sat 3/3Wed 3/7
GBE - CPT • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
6 days a week
You can fly direct with Airlink and Air Botswana. Average duration is 2h 08m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Airlink
Most punctual • 99% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 32% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Gaborone to Cape Town (GBE-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Gaborone to Cape Town

Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25
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7:40 am - 1:25 pmGBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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3:30 pm - 5:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 00mnonstop
$386Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 2
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12:45 pm - 5:30 pmGBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
4h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:00 am - 12:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 00mnonstop
$386Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Sun, Mar 7
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12:45 pm - 5:30 pmGBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
4h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:00 pm - 8:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 00mnonstop
$386Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 3
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12:45 pm - 10:25 amGBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:25 pm - 11:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
15h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$389South African
Wed, Mar 3 - Sun, Mar 7
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7:15 am - 9:15 amGBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 00mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 8:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 00mnonstop
$390Air Botswana
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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12:45 pm - 2:45 pmGBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 00mnonstop
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3:30 pm - 5:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 00mnonstop
$390Air Botswana
Fri, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 2
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12:45 pm - 10:25 amGBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:10 pm - 8:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
26h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$391South African
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
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12:45 pm - 5:30 pmGBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
4h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:00 am - 11:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
4h 55m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$404South African
Thu, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 6
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1:45 pm - 4:00 pmGBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 15mnonstop
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10:50 am - 1:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 10mnonstop
$443Airlink
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
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1:45 pm - 4:00 pmGBE  Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 15mnonstop
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10:50 am - 1:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-GBE Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama
2h 10mnonstop
$443Airlink
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Price, demand and travel trends for Gaborone to Cape Town flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Gaborone to Cape Town. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Gaborone to Cape Town?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Gaborone to Cape Town at $187 round-trip.
•May ($451) and June ($447) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 141% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Gaborone to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Gaborone to Cape Town are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Gaborone to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$194
Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 104% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Gaborone to Cape Town

When to book flights from Gaborone to Cape Town

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:15 am and lands at 9:23 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:15 pm and lands at 5:23 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 08m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Gaborone to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Gaborone to Cape Town takes 2h 08m, covering 785 miles.

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

    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 Gaborone to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Gaborone to Cape Town range from $191 to $397, with an average of $276 over the past 12 months. Anything below $191 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 1% above the $276 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $259 round-trip via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB), compared to $412 for nonstop.

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

    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 Gaborone to Cape Town spread across the day?

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

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $386 to $1,624. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Gaborone to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $222, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

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

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

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

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

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

    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 Gaborone to Cape Town route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 16m.

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

    Most connecting flights from Gaborone to Cape Town 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 Gaborone to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Gaborone to Cape Town. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $238 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $299, a difference of $61.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Gaborone to Cape Town?

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

    • Airlink
    • Air Botswana

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Gaborone to Cape Town 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 Gaborone to Cape Town 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

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

Your guide to booking Gaborone to Cape Town 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $238, about $61 less than Wednesday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Gaborone to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average $187 round-trip in that month - typically $264 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, 99% of Airlink flights from Gaborone to Cape Town 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 16m, 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 layover option averages $259 round-trip on this route - about $153 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    • Mbalentle

Prefer to fly direct from Gaborone to Cape Town?

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

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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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