Flying from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE): what you need to know
London has multiple airports to leave from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is located in Gaborone. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from London to GBE.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From central London, LHR is around 31 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
In search of a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Take a moment to recharge during your flight from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport with a stopover. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is one of the options between London Gatwick Airport and GBE.
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to GBE:
About Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GBE:
Getting from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) to central Gaborone
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Gaborone. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 18 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
For a one-way ticket from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, $1,108 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just $1,780. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to get flight tickets from London to GBE. You're more likely to score a great deal and have a wider selection of departure times and dates.
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The best time to fly from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Gaborone, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Book your flight from London to GBE for November if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Gaborone to range from 17ºC to 34ºC.
Visit in July if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 23ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.
More about Gaborone
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Gaborone right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Gaborone is to check out its leading attractions. Highlights include The Three Dikgosi Monument, Gaborone Game Reserve and Botswana National Museum.
Complete your Gaborone trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Gaborone and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.