What percentage of Johannesburg to Bloemfontein flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, 46.7% of flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was one. This indicates that nearly half of the available options for this route are direct, offering a quicker travel experience. Travelers can often find both direct and connecting flight options.

How long does it take to fly from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

A direct flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein typically takes 1 hour and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 380 kilometers. Flights with one stopover have a significantly longer median duration, averaging 7 hours and 55 minutes. This difference highlights the efficiency of direct routes for this particular journey. Travelers should consider direct options for a faster trip.

How often do cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent availability of deals. Travelers can often find favorable prices for this destination. The consistent appearance of deals suggests good opportunities for budget-conscious planning.

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2026-09-26 – 2026-09-28
JNB - Bloemfontein
70% AI deal score
$121
$83
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JNB - Bloemfontein
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$100
$85
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$111
$85
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JNB - Bloemfontein
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$85
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48% AI deal score
$108
$85
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JNB - Bloemfontein
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$85
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$85
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JNB - Bloemfontein
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$108
$85
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Johannesburg to Bloemfontein: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

Flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein cover a distance of 380 kilometers, making this a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey between the two cities. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find suitable fares.

For those seeking cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein, fares typically range from $237 to $485, with a median price of $377. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein, March stands out with a median fare of just $40. Other affordable months include October, with a median fare of $70, and August, where the median fare is $71.

A meaningful share of itineraries on this route are non-stop, while the rest typically connect once. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is 1. This blend of direct and connecting options provides flexibility for travelers.

The typical journey time for flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein, including connections, is approximately 1h 5m. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 1h 5m, while connecting itineraries have a significantly longer median duration of 8h 30m.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

Regular price: $100 - $272

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein is $100 to $272. The current lowest deal is $83 with Safair for travel from Sep 7-Sep 10.

now $83

Low $100

High $272

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein is October, with a median price of $70. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $466. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $70

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $466

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$122

$87

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$137

$120

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$132

$100

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Airlink

$133

$220

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Airlink

$133

$220

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Airlink

$136

$248

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

4 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 21

$166 → $107

36%

1 night

Aug 31 - Sep 1

$137 → $84

39%

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

$134 → $82

39%

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

$136 → $85

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

Johannesburg - Bloemfontein route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fares from JNB to BFN are currently below the typical level, with a median of $377.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $40

Historically, March offers the lowest median prices for flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 5m

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein takes 1 hour and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Safair offers direct flights

Safair is an airline that provides direct flights on the Johannesburg to Bloemfontein route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair has a recent deal for $83

Safair recently offered a deal for $83 from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights between Johannesburg and Bloemfontein appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$69

Bloemfontein main airports to arrive at

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Cheapest

Bloemfontein Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$76

Airports nearby Bloemfontein used as alternative

Kimberley (KIM)

Kimberley Airport (KIM) is a practical nearby alternative for domestic travel to Bloemfontein.

📍 ~160 km from Bloemfontein (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$148

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bloemfontein

39% AI deal score

$588

From JNB

Elite

Sep 07

Bloemfontein, South Africa

39% AI deal score

$589

From JNB

Elite

Sep 08

Bloemfontein, South Africa

39% AI deal score

$589

From JNB

Elite

Oct 02

Bloemfontein, South Africa

39% AI deal score

$589

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bloemfontein

Historically, booking flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices, with an average of $281. Prices tend to increase closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $431. For those booking 14-27 days ahead, the average price is $344. Planning further ahead can lead to more favorable rates.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein is considered to be $237 or less. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $377. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed at $485 or below. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices around the $237 mark.

Historically, March has offered some of the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein, with a median price of $40. Other cost-effective months include October and August, both showing median prices around $70 and $71, respectively. While August appears twice due to data specifics, the overall annual median price for this route is $377. Travelers seeking lower fares might consider these months.

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Johannesburg to Bloemfontein: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

Regular price: $100 - $272

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein is $100 to $272. The current lowest deal is $83 with Safair for travel from Sep 7-Sep 10.

now $83

Low $100

High $272

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

October

Cheapest

Flights from $70

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $466

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$122

$87

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$137

$120

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Safair

$132

$100

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Airlink

$133

$220

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Airlink

$133

$220

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Bloemfontein

Johannesburg (JNB) - Bloemfontein (BFN)

Airlink

$136

$248

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

4 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 21

$166 → $107

36%

1 night

Aug 31 - Sep 1

$137 → $84

39%

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

$134 → $82

39%

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

$136 → $85

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein