Bloemfontein to Gaborone flights
Gaborone lies 498 km (309 mi) north of Bloemfontein, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 23 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bloemfontein | Gaborone | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | Botswana |
| Population | 556,637 | 246,325 |
| Elevation | 1,396 m (4,580 ft) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Gaborone) |
| Nearest large airport | BFN, 9 km out | GBE, 11 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Gaborone
Crossing from South Africa into Botswana: money changes from the Rand to the Pula (BWP); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, BS 546; the dialling code becomes +267; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648827 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648832.
Airports at each end
Leaving Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,396 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Gaborone
Gaborone is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Seretse Khama International Airport | GBE | 11 km (7 mi) | 13,123 ft | 3,299 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Gaborone from Bloemfontein?
498 km (309 mi) in a straight line, north of Bloemfontein.
How long does it take to get from Bloemfontein to Gaborone by air?
About 1 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bloemfontein and Gaborone?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bloemfontein to Gaborone flights?
Typically Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE).
What currency do I need in Gaborone?
The Pula (BWP).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.