Flying from Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Nairobi. Check out your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when booking your flight from Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE).
The timezone in Gaborone is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Nairobi. Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is located in Gaborone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Nairobi to GBE, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Whether you're hoping to discover a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Nairobi to GBE.
Travelling from central Nairobi to NBO takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
WIL is around 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to GBE flight:
About Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to GBE if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
$752 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport. Return flights start at $1,132. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Nairobi to GBE if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Nairobi to GBE.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
February is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Gaborone based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Gaborone is November, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Nairobi to GBE flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport in July when temperatures are between 5ºC and 23ºC.
More about Gaborone
Start your Gaborone trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Nairobi to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Paradise Adventures Safaris (Pty) LTD, Mokolodi Nature Reserve and Gaborone Game Reserve are top sights which should be on every Gaborone itinerary.
Explore more of Botswana
While Gaborone is a great introduction to Botswana, there's much more to discover in Serowe. About 257 kilometres to the north, this fascinating place has plenty to see and do, like Serowe National Library and Serowe UCCSA.
Any journey through Botswana wouldn't be complete without a stop in Mahalapye. Kanamo Garden Centre and Mahalapye Children’s park are highlights in this destination, which is around 193 kilometres north-east of Gaborone.