Air Botswana expands regional reach with Gaborone-Durban route
Air Botswana has officially launched its Gaborone to Durban route as part of the national airline’s ongoing regional expansion efforts, marking a significant step in strengthening connectivity between Botswana and South Africa.
Since its inauguration in December, the route has recorded nearly 2,000 passengers as of the end of February, demonstrating strong demand for the service.
Air Botswana’s Sales and Marketing Manager, Mogolo Mokgosi, expressed satisfaction with the passenger turnout, stating that new routes often take time to gain traction.
“These numbers show that the introduction of the route was necessary and has great potential. Normally, it takes time for a new route to gain traction, but we are seeing promising results,” Mmegi quotes Mokgosi.
The airline currently operates three direct flights per week on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. On other days, passengers can connect to Durban via Air Botswana’s flights to Windhoek, Lusaka, and Harare, offering greater travel flexibility within the region.
To ensure the long-term success of the route, Air Botswana has partnered with Durban Tourism and the South African film industry, recognising Durban’s appeal as a vibrant tourist destination.
