Airport Comparison
| CPT | GBE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Sir Seretse Khama International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | GBE |
| ICAO Code | FACT | FBSK |
| City | Cape Town | Gaborone |
| Country | South Africa | Botswana |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Gaborone |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 3,299 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | -24.560000, 25.920000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Gaborone (GBE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone, Botswana is 1,263 kilometers (785 miles / 682 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Botswana. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:15 in Cape Town, it's 06:15 in Gaborone.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,148 feet between the two airports. Sir Seretse Khama International Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.
The return flight from Gaborone (GBE) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 212° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.