Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Gaborone Airport (GBE): what you need to know
Gaborone's timezone is UTC+2, making Gaborone ten hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LAX to GBE flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Gaborone Airport (GBE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Gaborone Airport flight is R 15,417. A return fare is currently R 27,208. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from LAX to GBE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Gaborone Airport.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination without delay.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Gaborone Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Gaborone Airport (GBE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Gaborone Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GBE instead:
Grab a Gaborone Airport rental car and explore Gaborone and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Auto-Union and Avis are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your ride from Gaborone Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically increase as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Gaborone Airport (GBE) to central Gaborone
Gaborone Airport to central Gaborone has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Gaborone Airport (GBE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Gaborone Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Gaborone in March.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Gaborone Airport for October if you'd like to explore Gaborone during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to GBE in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Botswana
You've visited Gaborone, now it's time to explore other parts of Botswana. Journey about 418 kilometres north-east to Francistown to tick off its top sights. From Our Lady of the Desert Cathedral to Supa Ngwao Museum and Nyangabwe Hill, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Another favourite destination in Botswana, Molepolole is located around 48 kilometres north-west of Gaborone. Set aside time for highlights including Kgosi Sechele I Museum.
