Can I fly direct from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

Historically, direct flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein have been available, making up approximately 35.9% of the routes. For journeys that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options exist, a significant portion of flights on this route involve connections. Travelers should consider both direct and connecting flight options when planning their trip.

What's the flight time from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

The typical direct flight from Cape Town to Bloemfontein has a median duration of 1 hour and 35 minutes. This route covers an approximate distance of 908 kilometers. For flights involving one stop, the median flight time increases significantly to 14 hours. Travelers should account for these differences when choosing between direct and connecting options.

How often do cheap flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein are classified as frequent. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find good deals on this route. The consistent availability of competitive fares makes it a favorable route for budget-conscious travelers. It is advisable to monitor prices regularly to take advantage of these frequent opportunities.

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Cape Town to Bloemfontein: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

A typical journey from Cape Town to Bloemfontein takes about 1h 35m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median duration accounts for the time spent on layovers. For connecting flights, the median journey time extends significantly to 17h 15m, while non-stop flights complete the trip in 1h 35m.

Right now, for cheap flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein, fares are typically $141–$601, with a median of $438. Current fares are significantly below the typical level for this route, indicating a favorable time to consider booking. About 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that competitive deals are available if you track prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Bloemfontein? The most affordable months to fly are typically October, with a median fare of $92, followed by July at $97, and November at $104. These months offer substantially lower median prices compared to the overall route median, providing opportunities for savings.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 35.9% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are involved, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely encounter one or more stops on your journey from Cape Town to Bloemfontein, impacting the overall travel time.

The distance between Cape Town and Bloemfontein is 908 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance typically translates to shorter flight times and often more frequent service compared to medium or long-haul journeys.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Regular price: $89 - $239

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein is between $89 and $239. The current lowest deal is $107 with Safair, for travel from Aug 19-Sep 16.

now $107

Low $89

High $239

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to BFN is October, with a median price of 92 USD. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of 535 USD. Prices are generally lower from July to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $92

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $535

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$228

$235

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$246

$244

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$276

$258

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$268

$272

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$263

$275

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$247

$296

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

1 night

Aug 17 - Aug 18

$276 → $258

8 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 27

$230 → $222

2 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 28

$267 → $263

5 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 16

$129 → $131

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Cape Town - Bloemfontein route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Cape Town to Bloemfontein are below the typical level at $107.

📅 Best time to fly

October offers the lowest median prices

Historically, October, July, and November offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 35m

Direct flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein typically take 1h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are more common, with 2 stopovers typical when not flying direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair provides direct flights on the Cape Town to Bloemfontein route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequently available

Deals on flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein are frequently available.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is the most convenient option for flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein.

📍 ~17 km from Cape Town city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$122

Bloemfontein main airports to arrive at

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Cheapest

Bloemfontein Airport is a convenient arrival point for travelers heading to Bloemfontein.

📍 ~14 km from Bloemfontein (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$123

Airports nearby Bloemfontein used as alternative

Kimberley (KIM)

Kimberley Airport can be a practical alternative for domestic travel to Bloemfontein.

📍 ~160 km from Bloemfontein (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$184

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bloemfontein

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein is typically 28-59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $115. Booking within 7-13 days of travel can see average prices at $128, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure often results in a significantly higher average price of $506. Planning ahead by at least four weeks generally offers better value for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cape Town to Bloemfontein is considered to be $141 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $438. Travelers should aim to find fares at or below the $141 threshold to secure a competitive deal. Prices can vary, with the 75th percentile reaching $601.

Historically, October has been the most affordable month to fly from Cape Town to Bloemfontein, with a median price of $92. July also offers good value, with a median price of $97. While November is also among the cheaper months with a median of $104, it is also listed as the most expensive month, indicating significant price fluctuations. The annual median price for this route is $438, so these months represent considerable savings.

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Cape Town to Bloemfontein: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Regular price: $89 - $239

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein is between $89 and $239. The current lowest deal is $107 with Safair, for travel from Aug 19-Sep 16.

now $107

Low $89

High $239

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to BFN is October, with a median price of 92 USD. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of 535 USD. Prices are generally lower from July to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $92

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $535

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$228

$235

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$246

$244

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$276

$258

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$268

$272

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$263

$275

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Bloemfontein

Cape Town (CPT) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$247

$296

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

1 night

Aug 17 - Aug 18

$276 → $258

8 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 27

$230 → $222

2 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 28

$267 → $263

5 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 16

$129 → $131

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Bloemfontein