GBE - Sir Seretse Khama International Airport

Gaberone, Botswana

IATA Code: GBE · Gaberone, Botswana

The airport code GBE is the IATA identifier for Sir Seretse Khama International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Gaberone Airport (GBE).

Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) serves Gaberone, Botswana, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

GBE is the IATA airport code for Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, located in Gaberone, Botswana. The airport is situated at coordinates 24.5552°S, 25.9182°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.

Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)

$5.56/gallon

⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%

Airport Information

IATA Code
GBE
City
Gaberone
Country
Botswana
Timezone
Africa/Gaborone
Latitude
-24.5552°
Longitude
25.9182°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
Africa

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from GBE

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
JWA - Jwaneng 124 km $1,930 $4/passenger
MBD - Mafeking 143 km $2,226 $4/passenger
NTY - Pilanesberg 153 km $2,382 $5/passenger
HLA - Johannesburg 254 km $3,954 $8/passenger
PRY - Pretoria 262 km $4,079 $8/passenger
PCF - Potchefstroom 263 km $4,094 $8/passenger
KXE - Klerksdorp 270 km $4,203 $8/passenger
WKF - Waterkloof 272 km $4,234 $8/passenger
GCJ - Johannesburg 274 km $4,266 $9/passenger
QRA - Johannesburg 292 km $4,546 $9/passenger
JNB - Johannesburg 293 km $4,561 $9/passenger
VRU - Vryburg 295 km $4,593 $9/passenger
PKW - Selebi-phikwe 339 km $5,278 $11/passenger
PTG - Potgietersrus 368 km $5,729 $11/passenger
ORP - Orapa 371 km $5,776 $12/passenger
ADY - Alldays 382 km $5,947 $12/passenger
ZEC - Secunda 393 km $6,118 $12/passenger
KMH - Kuruman 408 km $6,352 $13/passenger
FRW - Francistown 410 km $6,383 $13/passenger
TLD - Tuli Lodge 420 km $6,539 $13/passenger
SXN - Sowa 445 km $6,928 $14/passenger
SIS - Sishen 451 km $7,021 $14/passenger
LTA - Tzaneen 455 km $7,083 $14/passenger
KIM - Kimberley 486 km $7,566 $15/passenger
LMR - Lime Acres 490 km $7,628 $15/passenger
BFN - Bloemfontein 506 km $7,877 $16/passenger
FCB - Ficksburg 514 km $8,002 $16/passenger
NLP - Nelspruit 514 km $8,002 $16/passenger
HRS - Harrismith 518 km $8,064 $16/passenger
HDS - Hoedspruit 520 km $8,095 $16/passenger
MQP - Mpumalanga 531 km $8,267 $17/passenger
PHW - Phalaborwa 535 km $8,329 $17/passenger
GNZ - Ghanzi 539 km $8,391 $17/passenger
NCS - Newcastle 540 km $8,407 $17/passenger
ASS - Arathusa 567 km $8,827 $18/passenger
MSU - Maseru 569 km $8,858 $18/passenger
AAM - Malamala 569 km $8,858 $18/passenger
MUB - Maun 570 km $8,874 $18/passenger
SZK - Skukuza 574 km $8,936 $18/passenger
BUQ - Bulawayo 576 km $8,967 $18/passenger
LLE - Malalane 578 km $8,998 $18/passenger
MTS - Manzini 583 km $9,076 $18/passenger
LAY - Ladysmith 588 km $9,154 $18/passenger
SHO - Manzini 616 km $9,590 $19/passenger
UTN - Upington 630 km $9,808 $20/passenger
KHW - Khwai River 640 km $9,964 $20/passenger
HWN - Hwange National Park 669 km $10,415 $21/passenger
MPM - Maputo 686 km $10,680 $21/passenger
ULD - Ulundi 689 km $10,726 $21/passenger
WKI - Hwange 691 km $10,757 $22/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your GBE Flights

Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.

Currently, the Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.

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Climate & Weather at Gaberone

Gaberone enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.

Traveler Guide: Flying Through GBE

GBE operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.

Planning Your Trip via GBE

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