Flying from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Bloemfontein Airport (BFN): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Bloemfontein Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Take your pick of 12 weekly Cape Town Airport to Bloemfontein Airport flights. The 05:50 departure with Safair is the earliest available. Airlink (South Africa) operates the last service of the day at 16:50.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CPT to BFN flight.
Flying during a peak month like November? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Bloemfontein (and then seeing more of South Africa!) is easy with FlySafair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Cape Town Airport to Bloemfontein Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with FlySafair on this route.
Airlink is the most punctual carrier that offers CPT to BFN flights. An impressive 83.51% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
If you want to discover another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cape Town Airport to Bloemfontein Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is a sought-after stop between CPT and BFN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Bloemfontein Airport (BFN)
Rs19,444 is the lowest price for a one-way Cape Town Airport to Bloemfontein Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs39,381. These fares may change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from CPT to BFN, book your trip two months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town Airport to Bloemfontein Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cape Town Airport to Bloemfontein Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Cape Town Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart CPT arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Cape Town to Cape Town Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Cape Town Airport to Bloemfontein Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CPT:
Arriving at Bloemfontein Airport (BFN)
Book a hotel near BFN if you're taking a late Cape Town Airport to Bloemfontein Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Bloemfontein Airport rental car and discover Bloemfontein and beyond with your own wheels. Firefly powered by Hertz, First - Car Rental and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Bloemfontein Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Bloemfontein Airport (BFN) to central Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein Airport to central Bloemfontein has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Bloemfontein Airport (BFN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Cape Town Airport to Bloemfontein Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Bloemfontein. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Cape Town Airport to Bloemfontein Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Bloemfontein, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 33ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CPT to BFN around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Durban is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Bloemfontein. Around 467 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Durban Beach, Ushaka marine and Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Johannesburg is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Bloemfontein. No trip is complete without seeing Apartheid Museum, Nelson Mandela Statue and Top of Africa.
