Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE): what you need to know
The timezone in Gaborone is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Manchester.
To ensure you catch your MAN to GBE flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
R 10,171 is currently the best price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 18,988. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAN to GBE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Manchester Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of all flights leaving Manchester Airport, 59.39% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
Reserve a hotel close to GBE if you have a late Manchester Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Sir Seretse Khama International Airport rental car and explore Gaborone and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Auto-Union and Avis are top providers you can book with here.
Increase your chances of snagging the lowest price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your ride from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a good move.
Getting from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) to central Gaborone
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Gaborone. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Gaborone. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Manchester Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. November is the warmest month in Gaborone, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to GBE sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Botswana
Francistown is just one of the many cities in Botswana waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Gaborone. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Supa Ngwao Museum, Chishtiya Masjid Ahle Sunnat Waljamat and Nyangabwe Hill.
Molepolole is another sought-after destination in Botswana and is around 48 kilometres north-west of Gaborone. No journey is complete without visiting Molepolole Silos, Moruleng- matlhalerwa and Kgosi Sechele I Museum.