Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Bram Fischer International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Each week, there are 30 Cape Town International Airport to Bram Fischer International Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, pick the 06:00 Airlink (South Africa) flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 16:50 with Airlink (South Africa).
Your CPT to BFN flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airlink (South Africa) has direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Bram Fischer International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Bloemfontein — and maybe even more of South Africa if you have time.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Airlink (South Africa).
Airlink (South Africa) ranks as the top on-time carrier for CPT to BFN flights, with 84.38% of services arriving on schedule.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Bram Fischer International Airport. Many travellers pass through O.R. Tambo International Airport when flying between CPT and BFN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)
At the moment, R 941 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Bram Fischer International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,888. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book eight months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CPT to BFN.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Bram Fischer International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CPT to BFN.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Bram Fischer International Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CPT land on schedule 81.65% of the time.
To get to Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Bram Fischer International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near CPT:
Arriving at Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)
If you're getting in on a late Cape Town International Airport to Bram Fischer International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near BFN:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bram Fischer International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Firefly powered by Hertz, First - Car Hire or Europcar and explore beyond Bloemfontein's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bram Fischer International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to central Bloemfontein
From Bram Fischer International Airport, Bloemfontein is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Bram Fischer International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bloemfontein. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Bram Fischer International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Bloemfontein, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CPT to BFN in July. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Bloemfontein has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres east of Bloemfontein, a trip to Durban will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Moses Mabhida Stadium, Golden Mile and Umgeni River Bird Park.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Bloemfontein, Johannesburg is another essential stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo.
