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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Bloemfontein to Cape Town:

• Earliest: departs at 8:40 and lands at 10:23
• Latest: departs at 19:00 and lands at 20:43.

The flight takes about 1h 43m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Bloemfontein to Cape Town:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Bloemfontein to Cape Town takes 1h 43m, covering 1 461 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Bloemfontein to Cape Town range from R2 526 to R3 882, with an average of R3 113 over the past 12 months. Anything below R2 526 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the R3 113 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average R3 092 return, compared with R6 525 via a stopover through Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge R112–R1 644 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by FlySafair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Bloemfontein to Cape Town flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Bloemfontein to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R2 519, which is 54% above the typical average for this route.

Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R439 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Woodford
• Budget

Flights from Bloemfontein to Cape Town usually depart from Bloemfontein Intl (BFN) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Bloemfontein to Cape Town route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 34m.

Connecting flights from Bloemfontein to Cape Town most commonly pass through:

• Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 92% of one-stop connections
• Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) – 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Bloemfontein to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R2 878 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R3 503, a difference of R625.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Bloemfontein and Cape Town. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• FlySafair
• Airlink

Flying via Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 12m, compared to 7h 52m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Bloemfontein to Cape Town flights:

• FlySafair: offers free seat selection
• Airlink: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• FlySafair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Airlink: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Hahn Air Systems: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

There are a couple of hotels from which you can choose to spend the night when having an early departure from Bloemfontein Airport. The Franklin View Guesthouse is the most conveniently located from the hotel airport which is the closest. However, you can choose to book a hotel at The Villa Guest House, Jedidja Bed and Breakfast or Olive Hill Country Lodge.

Several parking options are available at the Bloemfontein Airport, including shaded parking, open parking and drop-off, which price varies depending on the time the car is parked. There is also the lost ticket with proof of travel and the lost ticket without a travel warranty and they both have an application fee.