Travelling from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Johannesburg's main airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) or Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) taking off from either of these bases.
Approximately 1 hour 2 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport.
Bram Fischer International Airport is located in Bloemfontein. The city's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as Johannesburg.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) is the most popular route. There are 158 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Airlink at 17:10. Choose the first JNB to BFN departure operated by Airlink at 06:10 if you want to get going earlier.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Johannesburg to BFN. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) take off from this terminal.
You'll have your pick of carriers operating direct flights from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport leaving from JNB. Book your ticket with one of these:
From central Johannesburg, JNB is around 29 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Need a convenient hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
About Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)
Book a hotel near BFN if you're taking a late flight from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to central Bloemfontein
Bram Fischer International Airport to the centre of Bloemfontein takes around 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport from $49 or travel return from just $93. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
7 months before your departure is the best time to score flight tickets from Johannesburg to BFN.
You'll score the best savings on your tickets from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport if you plan your break for April. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)
May is the quietest time to travel to Bloemfontein. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Bloemfontein is January, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Johannesburg to BFN in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bloemfontein
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bloemfontein right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Johannesburg to Bram Fischer International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are top attractions which should be on every Bloemfontein itinerary.
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