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Cheap Flights to Maun from the UK

Flights from the UK to Maun connect through Johannesburg, with a total journey time of 14-20 hours. Maun Airport (MUB) is located 1 km from the town centre.

Airlines serving the route include British Airways (Via Johannesburg), South African Airways (Via Johannesburg), Ethiopian Airlines (Via Addis Ababa + Johannesburg), among others. From Johannesburg, Air Botswana / Airlink operates the connecting leg to Maun, taking around 2 hours from Johannesburg.

Expect to pay £650-850 for a return economy ticket in low season, climbing to £1,050-1,350+ in peak periods. Booking early and flying midweek gives the best chance of lower fares.

Maun is the main entry point for the Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the planet's largest inland delta systems. The town itself is a safari hub rather than a tourist attraction, but it has good facilities including lodges, restaurants, and outfitters.

Maun Airport (MUB) - Facilities & Travel Guide

Maun Airport (MUB) serves Maun, Botswana. Located 1 km from the town centre, it handles domestic flights with international connections available through larger hub airports. The airport provides basic to moderate facilities depending on the scale of operations.

Maun Airport provides the following facilities:

Terminal: Compact terminal with check-in and boarding.
Car Hire: Available from Avis and local operators.
Refreshments: Small cafe or vending machines.
ATMs: Available in the terminal area.
Safari Transfers: Many lodges arrange direct pick-ups from the airport.

Light aircraft transfers to delta camps depart from Maun Airport. Taxis into town cost about 30-50 BWP. Car hire is available. Many lodges arrange their own transfers.

Travel tips for Maun:

Visa: UK nationals don't need a visa for stays under 90 days.
Cash: Botswana Pula (BWP) is the local currency. US dollars and South African Rand widely accepted at lodges.
Health: Malaria prophylaxis recommended for northern Botswana.
Driving: Drive on the left. 4x4 recommended outside main roads.

Flight Times to Maun

There are no direct flights from the UK to Maun. All routes require at least one connection. Total journey time is 14-20 hours depending on airline and layover duration.

Typical journey times by routing:

Via Johannesburg (British Airways): Around 14-18 hours total.
Via Johannesburg (South African Airways): Around 14-18 hours total.
Via Addis Ababa + Johannesburg (Ethiopian Airlines): Around 14-18 hours total.
Via Nairobi + Johannesburg (Kenya Airways): Around 14-18 hours total.
Via Dubai + Johannesburg (Emirates Airways): Around 14-18 hours total.

Layover tips:

Johannesburg (OR Tambo) is the main connection hub. Allow at least 2-3 hours between flights.
Overnight in Johannesburg: City Lodge and Protea hotels are inside or near the airport.
Domestic connections to Botswana often depart from Terminal B at OR Tambo. Check your boarding pass.

Maun operates on GMT+2 (which is 2 hours ahead of London in winter and 1 hour ahead of London in summer).

Airlines Flying to Maun

British Airways

South African Airways

Ethiopian Airlines

Kenya Airways

Emirates Airways

Maun Flight Prices

Category	Period	Average Return Fares
Economy - Low Season	January-March	£650-850
Economy - Mid Season	April-May / November-December	£850-1,050
Economy - High Season	June-October	£1,050-1,350+
Business - Low Season	January-March	£2,600-3,600
Business - High Season	June-October	£3,600-5,200+

Booking Tips:

Book 8-12 weeks ahead for the best safari season fares.
The green season (Jan-Mar) has significantly lower prices and fewer tourists.
Compare one-ticket bookings (codeshare) against buying legs separately.
British Airways Avios points can be used on the London-Johannesburg leg.

Best Time to Book Maun Flights

Price Patterns

Safari season (June-October) commands premium pricing. Book early for this period.

Green season (January-March) fares can be 30-40% cheaper.

British Airways sales often include the Johannesburg leg.

Sweet Spot

3-6 months ahead for peak safari season. 6-8 weeks is fine for shoulder and green season.

Avoid Booking

Less than a month before travel during safari season.

UK summer holidays (July-August) when family travel pushes up the Johannesburg route.

Christmas/New Year.

Things to Do in Maun

Okavango Delta

Explore the world-famous delta by mokoro canoe and spot wildlife in untouched wetlands.

Scenic Flight

Take a light aircraft flight for breathtaking aerial views of rivers and roaming animals.

Moremi Reserve

Go on a game drive in Moremi Game Reserve to see lions, elephants, and more.

Tsodilo Hills

Visit the ancient rock art site at Tsodilo Hills, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure.

Cultural Village

Learn about local traditions and meet communities that have lived close to nature for centuries.

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