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Is a 45 min layover in Gaberone long enough?

GBE · Sir Seretse Khama International · Gaberone, Botswana
Probably Enough

Yes, 45 minutes is probably enough for a layover at GBE (Gaberone).

Meets the domestic-domestic MCT comfortably in this small single-terminal layout.
Quick Stats
Concourses
1
Max Transit
10m
Avg. Security
10m
Primary Hub
Air Botswana
Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
45min
tight
Domestic → International
60min
✗
International → Domestic
60min
✗
International → International
75min
✗
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Tips for 45 min Connections
Reconfirm your connecting flight time on arrival since Air Botswana's schedule has limited daily frequencies and misconnections can mean an overnight wait.
Keep boarding passes and passports easily accessible, as international connections require a full re-clear through immigration and customs.
Arrive at the gate well before boarding closes since the terminal is small but staff often board early once passengers are present.
Expect minimal food and shopping options, so carry snacks or a meal if you have a long layover.
If connecting to or from Johannesburg, note that this is the busiest route and can see brief queues at check-in during peak hours.
Busyness — Connection Risk
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Low risk
Moderate
High risk
Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
Getting Between Concourses
The entire airport is a single compact terminal building, so all connections are made on foot with no shuttles or trains required. International arrivals pass through immigration and customs before re-entering the departures area, and there is no separate domestic-only bypass, meaning most connecting passengers re-clear security.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE)?

Meets the domestic-domestic MCT comfortably in this small single-terminal layout.

What is the minimum connection time at GBE?

Minimum connection times at Sir Seretse Khama International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 75 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 45 minutes connection at GBE on an international flight?

45 minutes is below the 75-minute international MCT at Sir Seretse Khama International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. The entire airport is a single compact terminal building, so all connections are made on foot with no shuttles or trains required. International arrivals pass through immigration and customs before re-entering the departures area, and there is no separate domestic-only bypass, meaning most connecting passengers re-clear security.

What happens if I miss my connection at GBE?

Air Botswana's ticketing desk in the terminal handles rebooking directly, but since frequencies are low, missed connections may result in a wait until the next day's flight; travelers should ask about hotel or meal vouchers if the airline caused the delay.

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