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Kasane International Airport

Kasane, Botswana

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Kasane International Airport

Kasane, Botswana
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Gateway to Chobe National Park and the Okavango region.

Location
Kasane, Botswana
Kasane International Airport (IATA: BBK, ICAO: FBKE) serves the town of Kasane in northern Botswana, a key hub for wildlife tourism in the country. The airport provides access to Chobe National Park, one of Africa's premier safari destinations, as well as the nearby Okavango Delta region. The airport underwent significant upgrades and expansion as part of Botswana's push to develop its aviation infrastructure and attract more international visitors. It handles both domestic and regional international traffic, connecting Kasane to major African cities. Given its location near the borders of Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Namibia—the famous 'Four Corners' confluence area—the airport serves travelers visiting multiple southern African countries.
Terminals
The airport has a single terminal handling both domestic and international passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Kasane town center is primarily via taxi or lodge transfer vehicles, with car hire also available.
Airlines here
Air Botswana operates scheduled services to Kasane, with regional connections to Johannesburg and other southern African destinations also available.
Notable facts
  • ›Kasane is situated near the meeting point of four countries: Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.
  • ›The airport is a primary gateway for tourists visiting Chobe National Park, famous for its large elephant population.
  • ›Botswana invested in upgrading Kasane's airport facilities to support its high-value, low-volume tourism policy.
  • ›The airport sits close to the Chobe River, which forms the border with Namibia.
  • ›Kasane International Airport supports light aircraft and charter operations serving remote safari lodges.
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Gateway to the Okavango Delta and Chobe's wild frontier

Kasane International Airport serves the small but strategically vital town of Kasane in northeastern Botswana, situated at the confluence of four countries near Chobe National Park. It functions as a primary entry point for safari tourism into one of Africa's richest wildlife corridors. The airport has undergone upgrades to handle growing international visitor traffic drawn by Botswana's premium eco-tourism industry.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling both domestic and international arrivals and departures with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available outside the terminal for transfers to Kasane town and lodges
  • Pre-arranged safari lodge transfers and private shuttles for most resort guests
  • Car hire desks available at or near the terminal from local operators
  • Minibus transfers to Livingstone (Zambia) and Victoria Falls area by arrangement
Nearby Hotels
  • Chobe Safari Lodge
  • Chobe Bush Lodge
  • Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa
  • Elephant Valley Lodge
  • Thebe River Lodge
Dining

Dining options within the terminal are limited to a small café offering light refreshments and snacks. Visitors are advised to eat at their lodges before departure, as Kasane town has a handful of restaurants and lodge dining facilities a short drive away. The Chobe Safari Lodge and Cresta Mowana Resort both offer open dining accessible to non-guests.

Traveller Tips
  • Confirm your yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an endemic country, as it may be required at immigration.
  • Most safari lodges offer complimentary or paid airstrip transfers — arrange this in advance as taxis can be scarce.
  • Currency exchange facilities at the airport are limited; carry Botswana Pula or major foreign currency before arrival.
  • The airport is close to the Zimbabwe and Zambia borders, so ensure your passport has sufficient blank pages for multiple stamps.

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BBK → GBEBP · AT5 AT7
BBK → MUBBP · AT5
BBK → JNBBP · AT5
BBK → JNBSA · ER3
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