Traveling from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) to Francistown Airport (FRW): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Francistown Airport take 1 hour 10 minutes. Francistown and Gaborone are in the same timezone (UTC+2), which means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Take your pick of 6 weekly flights from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Francistown Airport. The 07:15 departure with Air Botswana is the earliest available between GBE and FRW. Air Botswana operates the latest service of the day at 14:40 if you're not into early starts.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
No need to bring your passport or a visa to travel within Botswana. You will need a valid form of identification however, like a driver's license or an ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've booked your cheap ticket from GBE to FRW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) to Francistown Airport (FRW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Francistown Airport is C$164. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$316. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap flight tickets from GBE to FRW by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Francistown Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Gaborone. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 18 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Francistown Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to GBE:
Arriving at Francistown Airport (FRW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Francistown Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRW instead:
Getting from Francistown Airport (FRW) to central Francistown
Francistown Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the center of Francistown. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 12 minutes.
When to fly to Francistown Airport (FRW)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Francistown Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Francistown. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Francistown Airport for October if you want to visit Francistown during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 35ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GBE to FRW in July. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 24ºC then.
More about Francistown
As soon as you've booked your flights from GBE to FRW, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Francistown. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Supa Ngwao Museum, Nkgwana Park and Our Lady of the Desert Cathedral are must-visits when exploring Francistown.
Complete your Francistown trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Francistown Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Francistown trip.
