South African Airways (SAA) has announced the upcoming launch of a twice-daily service connecting Johannesburg and Gaborone, Botswana, beginning on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Reservations for this new route are now available on flysaa.com. This expansion enhances the airline’s regional reach and connectivity, offering both business and leisure travellers greater convenience.
The new flight schedule is tailored to meet the demand for direct travel between Johannesburg and Gaborone, featuring two daily return flights that operate seven days a week. The morning service departs Johannesburg at 06:50, arriving in Gaborone at 07:45, while the return flight leaves Gaborone at 08:25, landing back in Johannesburg at 09:25.
The afternoon service is scheduled to depart Johannesburg at 16:25, arriving in Gaborone at 17:20, with the return flight leaving Gaborone at 18:00 and arriving in Johannesburg at 19:00.
Group CEO Prof. John Lamola remarked, “The launch of this route not only enhances the cultural and economic ties between Botswana and South Africa but also solidifies SAA’s position as a premier network carrier. It underscores our commitment to connecting travelers across SAA’s regional and intercontinental networks, as well as those of our Star Alliance and codeshare partners.”
Lamola further emphasized, “SAA is dedicated to expanding its presence across the continent while providing reliable, customer-focused service. The addition of Gaborone to our network is a clear reflection of our commitment to supporting regional integration, tourism, and inclusive economic growth.”
