Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE): what you need to know
Gaborone is six hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your JFK to GBE flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport flight is 607 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 1.234 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from JFK to GBE, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it'll take about 50 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
Consider staying in a hotel near GBE if you're catching a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sir Seretse Khama International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Auto-Union or Avis and discover more of Gaborone and beyond.
Book your ride from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the lowest price. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) to central Gaborone
From Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, Gaborone is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Gaborone based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport for November if you'd like to go to Gaborone during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JFK to GBE in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Botswana
You've done Gaborone, now it's time to explore other corners of Botswana. Travel around 418 kilometres north-east to Francistown to tick off its must-visit sights. From Supa Ngwao Museum to Chishtiya Masjid Ahle Sunnat Waljamat and Nyangabwe Hill, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Molepolole is another sought-after destination in Botswana and is around 48 kilometres north-west of Gaborone. No trip is complete without dropping by Molepolole Silos, Moruleng- matlhalerwa and Kgosi Sechele I Museum.
