The flight distance from Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta, United States to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone, Botswana is 13,296 kilometers (8,262 miles / 7,179 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 101°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Botswana. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:45 in Atlanta, it's 07:45 in Gaborone. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,273 feet between the two airports. Sir Seretse Khama International Airport sits higher than Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

The return flight from Gaborone (GBE) to Atlanta (ATL) follows a heading of 296° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.