How far do most flights from Bloemfontein go?

Historically, most flights from Bloemfontein tend to cover longer distances. In the trailing 90 days, approximately 70% of flights were classified as long-haul. Short-haul flights made up about 24% of the routes, while medium-haul flights accounted for a smaller share at 6%. This indicates a prevalence of longer journeys from this origin.

Where are the cheapest international flights from Bloemfontein?

Based on trends from the trailing 90 days, some of the more affordable international flights from Bloemfontein include Gaborone, Botswana, with a median price of $202. Manzini, Swaziland, typically has a median price of $212, and Harare, Zimbabwe, is around $247. For comparison, domestic flights to Cape Town, South Africa, have a median price of $94.

What month has the cheapest flights from Bloemfontein?

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from Bloemfontein, with an average price of $248. This represents a significant savings of 53% compared to the annual median average price of $526. August is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $328, offering another opportunity for more affordable travel.

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Johannesburg

South Africa • Jul 2026

$106

$33

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Cape Town

South Africa • Jul 2026

$105

$68

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Durban

South Africa • Jul 2026

$177

$79

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George

South Africa • Jul 2026

$192

$98

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East London

South Africa • Jul 2026

$186

$98

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Port Elizabeth

South Africa • Jul 2026

$176

$101

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Harare

Zimbabwe • Jul 2026

$295

$120

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Nelspruit

South Africa • Aug 2026

$149

$126

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South Africa • Aug 2026

$157

$133

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South Africa • Jul 2026

$184

$140

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Flights from Bloemfontein: Overview

Insights for flights from Bloemfontein

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Bloemfontein, the most frequently discounted destination over the last 90 days is Johannesburg, South Africa. Right now, the cheapest fares from Bloemfontein start at $71 for a roundtrip to Johannesburg. You can also find competitive prices to Cape Town, South Africa, with fares beginning at $130, and to Durban, South Africa, where prices start from $168.

Bloemfontein offers access to a broad range of destinations, with 51 unique cities reachable through recent fare observations. The majority of recent fares, 70%, are for destinations within South Africa. Beyond domestic travel, Namibia accounts for 13% of recent fares, with Zimbabwe making up another 11%, indicating significant regional travel options.

When considering direct flights from Bloemfontein, approximately 25.2% of recent fares are for non-stop routes. This suggests that while direct options are available, a significant portion of travel from Bloemfontein involves connecting flights.

The most popular routes from Bloemfontein, based on recent fare observations over the last 90 days, include Johannesburg, which is the most frequently discounted destination. Following Johannesburg, Cape Town is also a consistently popular choice. Additionally, Windhoek, Namibia, stands out as a frequently offered international destination.

Regarding flight distances, the routes from Bloemfontein are predominantly long-haul, with 70% of recent fares falling into this category. Short-haul flights represent 24% of the routes, while medium-haul flights make up a smaller share at 6%. This indicates a strong emphasis on longer-distance travel from Bloemfontein.

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BFN - Athens

Bloemfontein (BFN) - Athens (ATH)

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$1,108

$658

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Thu, Jul 23

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BFN - Rome

Bloemfontein (BFN) - Rome (FCO)

Safair

$1,240

$744

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Sun, Jul 12

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BFN - Minneapolis

Bloemfontein (BFN) - Minneapolis (MSP)

KLM

$2,236

$1,368

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Mon, Jul 20

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BFN - Istanbul

Bloemfontein (BFN) - Istanbul (IST)

Emirates Airlines

$1,170

$1,058

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Mon, Jul 20

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BFN - Johannesburg

Bloemfontein (BFN) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Safair

$126

$71

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BFN - Guangzhou

Bloemfontein (BFN) - Guangzhou (CAN)

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$1,492

$1,474

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Dublin

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Ireland • Jul 2026

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$833

Athens

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Greece • Jul 2026

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$658

Rome

TOP

Italy • Jul 2026

from

$744

Amsterdam

TOP

Netherlands • Jul 2026

from

$996

Beijing

TOP

China • Aug 2026

from

$1,104

Beijing

TOP

China • Aug 2026

from

$1,237

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$2,236 → $1,368

-37%

BFN - Beijing

$1,756 → $1,104

-33%

BFN - Beijing

$1,851 → $1,237

-31%

BFN - Basel

$1,896 → $1,308

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Bloemfontein airport insights

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Flights from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg start at $71.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Sep

September tends to have lower prices for flights from BFN.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 months in advance

Booking 2-8 months ahead offers the lowest median fares from BFN, with prices rising closer to departure.

✈️ Airlines to watch

South African Airways, Comair, Airlink

South African domestic carriers offer the most routes from Bloemfontein.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$30 direct / ~$71 roundtrip

Cheapest flights from BFN are to South Africa, with direct fares to Johannesburg and Cape Town.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Sun - Sat - Fri

The cheapest day to fly from BFN is Sunday, with an average of 157 USD.

Bloemfontein main airports to depart from

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Cheapest

Bloemfontein Airport is ideal for travelers seeking domestic flights within South Africa.

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

💸 Flights from ~$71

Airports nearby Bloemfontein used as alternative

Kimberley (KIM)

Kimberley Airport is a practical nearby alternative for domestic travel, especially for connections to Johannesburg and Cape Town.

📍 ~139 km from Bloemfontein (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is South Africa's primary international hub, offering significantly more flight options and competitive pricing.

📍 ~387 km from Bloemfontein (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$50

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International offers an alternative for domestic low-cost carrier flights and generally faster processing times than JNB.

📍 ~391 km from Bloemfontein (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$73

Mejametalana (MSU)

Mejametalana Airport is geographically close but has limited flight options and requires an international border crossing.

📍 ~141 km from Bloemfontein (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$330

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major airport with extensive domestic and some international connectivity, though it is a long drive.

📍 ~484 km from Bloemfontein (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$50

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Booking Flights from Bloemfontein: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Bloemfontein have been available for under $250. For example, flights to Cape Town typically have a median price of $94, while Johannesburg flights are around $117. Other options include East London at a median of $192 and Port Elizabeth at $197. These prices reflect trends observed across the trailing quarter.

From Bloemfontein, you can typically reach 51 unique cities across 25 countries. In the trailing 90 days, the majority of available routes, about 70%, were within South Africa. Namibia accounted for 13% of the routes, and Zimbabwe for 11%, indicating a strong regional focus for flights from this origin.

Across the trailing quarter, the most frequently served routes from Bloemfontein include Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Windhoek. These destinations consistently show high availability for travelers. Johannesburg and Cape Town are both located within South Africa, while Windhoek is in Namibia, highlighting popular regional connections.

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