Flights from Botswana

Flights from Botswana

Planning a trip from Botswana? Rest assured, all the flight information you need is here. With 4 airports across the country, traveling from Botswana is easy and accessible. With international flights currently operated from 3 airports. Domestic flights are available from every airport in Botswana, one is dedicated solely to domestic flights.

As of March 2026, Botswana has 350 flights to 14 airports in 6 different countries. Those flights are operated by 7 different airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers. Cabin classes that are available on flights from Botswana are: Economy and Business Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flights from Botswana. Our interactive flight map showcases airports, destinations, and schedules, simplifying the process of finding the best routes.

Prefer a list view? See the sections below for all departure and arrival airports. Which countries have direct flights from Botswana? This information, along with a list of airlines operating those routes, is found further down.

To enhance your travel experience, have a look at our overview of Business Class flights. Additionally, you can filter by travel class directly on the flight map. If you’re looking to fly with a specific alliance to maximize your points and miles, simply use the Alliance filter to view flights operated by Star Alliance.

All airports in Botswana

Travel from Botswana!

Explore all 4 airports across the country, ranked by popularity based on flight traffic at each airport. Gaborone Airport is the busiest, handling over 63% of all departures from Botswana this month.

Below is the full list of departure airports across the country. To find flights from any of those locations, simply select an airport to view all routes, airlines, and detailed flight schedules.

Airlines flying from Botswana

You have a wide range of airline options to choose from. Currently, 7 airlines operate flights from Botswana, none are low-cost airlines. Airlink and Air Botswana are the leading airlines, collectively handling 78% of all departures from the country.

Below is an overview of all airlines that offer flights in Botswana.

Information on Points & Miles

This section lists destinations within specific distances from Botswana. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles. Please note that the distance to a destination depends on the departure airport that you choose. In case there are multiple departure airports to choose from, the distance to a destination is stated as a distance-range (min-max).

For more flexibility in choosing distances, consider upgrading to FlightConnections Premium. You'll gain access to the distance filter and many other useful features to refine your search, such as filtering by multiple airlines, alliance or aircraft type, just to name a few!

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Destinations from Botswana by flight duration

Have a look at all destinations from Botswana arranged by flight duration. This layout makes it easy to find destinations based on travel time. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!

Remember that the exact travel time depends on your departure airport, that's why we show a time-range in case there are multiple departure airports available to reach a destination.

From Botswana, where can I fly in 1 hour?

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Best time to travel from Botswana

Traveling from Botswana offers you the chance to explore various destinations with diverse climates, including hot mediterranean, subtropical and humid subtropical. Keep in mind that the optimal time to visit may vary depending on your chosen location, so check out the information by climate type below. This way, you can easily organize your trip from Botswana, making sure you visit your favorite destination during the best time of year!

☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations

Botswana currently offers non-stop flights to 9 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

You can enjoy the Mediterranean areas in the Southern Hemisphere any time of the year, but spring (September-November) and fall (March-May) are the best times to visit, as hot summer days with temperatures above 30°C (86°F) are frequent.

🌺 Subtropical destinations

Travelers from Botswana can fly directly to 3 subtropical locations. Subtropical locations are known for their warmth, breathtaking vegetation and diverse wildlife, offering a mix of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

You can enjoy those destinations north of the equator at any time — with temperatures that often exceed 30°C (86°F). But they are most enjoyable during the dry season, which lasts from late September to November. During this period, the weather is warm and pleasant, with little rainfall since the wet season has ended.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

Subtropical destinations located south of the equator can be visited year-round — with temperatures typically around 30°C (86°F), but the best time to experience them is during the dry season. This season typically runs from late March to the end of May, offering travelers warm and delightful weather.

🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations

Departing from Botswana, you have the option to take a direct flight to 2 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.

🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:

The ideal period to visit these destinations is from April to June and again from August to October, although they can be enjoyed year-round.

Countries with direct flights from Botswana

Which countries are easy to visit when flying from Botswana?

Explore the list below to find all countries accessible by direct flight from Botswana. The list displays the number of non-stop destination airports in each country. As of today, you can fly non-stop to 5 countries, all in Africa.

Non-stop flights from Botswana

The list below shows all airports with direct flights from Botswana, organized by popularity. Currently, 10 destination airports located in 5 countries, all located in Africa. Travel options from Botswana may be somewhat limited when it comes to direct flights, but you can find all your options here:

Business Class flights from Botswana

Flying Business Class from Botswana

Did you know that you can fly business class from 2 airports in Botswana? Together, those airports connect to 4 destinations in 4 countries globally.

The most popular airports for business class travelers include Gaborone (GBE) and Maun (MUB).

Explore the complete overview of business class airports below, or use the class filter on the map to view all business class flights departing from Botswana!

Business Class airports in Botswana

Destinations with Business Class flights

Domestic flights within Botswana

Maun Airport, also known as Maun Airport, is the only airport in Botswana that operates exclusively domestic flights. In Botswana, you also have access to 4 other airports that serve domestic flights.

Check out the section below for detailed statistics and a full overview of all domestic routes in Botswana.

International flights from Botswana to Africa

In total there are 10 cities in 5 countries across Africa that you can reach by direct flight. Those flights depart from one of 3 international airports in Botswana.

Gaborone Airport stands out as the primary international airport in Botswana with 196 flights scheduled this month, representing 71% of flights to destinations within Africa.

The most popular destinations are Johannesburg (JNB), Cape Town (CPT), Victoria Falls (VFA), Addis Ababa (ADD) and Ndola (NLA).

A total of 7 airlines, connect Botswana with 15 international routes to 5 countries in Africa.

In the sections below, you’ll find detailed information on all available non-stop flight routes to each country, along with stopover options whenever available.

Flights to South Africa from Botswana

There are 3 airports in Botswana directly connected to 2 destinations in South Africa. Altogether, there are 5 direct routes to South Africa, operated by 4 airlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Botswana to South Africa with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 3 airports in Botswana offer flights to 17 more destinations in South Africa that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Zimbabwe from Botswana

There are 2 airports in Botswana directly connected to 2 destinations in Zimbabwe. Altogether, there are 3 direct routes to Zimbabwe, operated by Mack Air, Air Botswana and Ethiopian Airlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Botswana to Zimbabwe with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 3 airports in Botswana offer flights to 3 more destinations in Zimbabwe that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Ethiopia from Botswana

There are 2 airports in Botswana directly connected to only one airport in Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Airport. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Ethiopia, operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

Botswana to Ethiopia with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Botswana offer flights to 25 more destinations in Ethiopia that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Zambia from Botswana

There are 2 airports in Botswana directly connected to 3 destinations in Zambia. Altogether, there are 3 direct routes to Zambia, operated by Air Botswana, Proflight Zambia and Ethiopian Airlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Botswana to Zambia with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Botswana offer flights to 7 more destinations in Zambia that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Namibia from Botswana

There is only one airport in Botswana, Maun Airport directly connected to 2 destinations in Namibia. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Namibia, operated by Airlink.

Botswana to Namibia with a stopover

Looking for more options? There is one more destination available if you'd consider a stopover. Kasane, Gaborone and Maun Airport currently offer 1-stop flights to Walvis Bay:

Most popular routes from Botswana

Looking for exciting new places to explore? Check out the flights below! This list features the most popular non-stop routes from Botswana. We hope that it provides you with a bit of travel inspiration, as it contains the best destinations that you can reach with a direct flight!

Popular routes from Botswana with a stopover

If you can't reach your desired destination from an airport near you, don't worry; you can still reach many destinations with a quick stopover along the way.

To view all 1- or 2-stop flight options on the map, click the ”Show indirect destinations” button or use the search bar to select your destination and find all the route information you need to plan your trip!

If you prefer a list view instead, just have a look at the list below, which contains the most popular connecting flights from Botswana:

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