Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein from R495

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BFN
Mar 6 — Mar 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 February 2026.

Tue 17/218:05
JNB
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BFN
Nonstop1h 05m
FlySafair
Sat 21/211:50
BFN
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JNB
Nonstop1h 00m
FlySafair
Deal found 2/2R1 071
Thu 12/218:05
JNB
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BFN
Nonstop1h 05m
FlySafair
Mon 16/219:45
BFN
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JNB
Nonstop1h 00m
FlySafair
Deal found 2/2R1 119
Thu 12/218:05
JNB
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BFN
Nonstop1h 05m
FlySafair
Sun 15/216:10
BFN
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JNB
Nonstop1h 00m
FlySafair
Deal found 3/2R1 262
Tue 17/218:05
JNB
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BFN
Nonstop1h 05m
FlySafair
Tue 24/219:45
BFN
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JNB
Nonstop1h 00m
FlySafair
Deal found 2/2R1 278
Wed 18/212:40
JNB
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BFN
Nonstop1h 05m
FlySafair
Wed 25/214:20
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JNB
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FlySafair
Deal found 1/2R1 310
Mon 9/218:05
JNB
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BFN
Nonstop1h 05m
FlySafair
Fri 13/216:10
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JNB
Nonstop1h 00m
FlySafair
Deal found 3/2R1 374
Fri 6/214:30
JNB
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BFN
Nonstop1h 05m
FlySafair
Mon 9/219:45
BFN
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JNB
Nonstop1h 00m
FlySafair
Deal found 3/2R1 486
Wed 4/212:40
JNB
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BFN
Nonstop1h 05m
FlySafair
Thu 5/219:45
BFN
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JNB
Nonstop1h 00m
FlySafair
Deal found 2/2R1 582
Wed 18/312:40
JNB
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BFN
Nonstop1h 05m
FlySafair
Fri 20/316:10
BFN
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JNB
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FlySafair
Deal found 2/2R1 678
Fri 6/214:30
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FlySafair
Sun 8/216:10
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FlySafair
Deal found 1/2R1 710
Wed 4/312:40
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BFN
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FlySafair
Fri 6/316:10
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JNB
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FlySafair
Deal found 3/2R1 774
Thu 5/318:05
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FlySafair
Sun 8/316:10
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Deal found 2/2R1 822

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Bloemfontein (BFN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R1 071

One-way from

R495

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R1 486
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 17/2-21/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Bloemfontein
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 21/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Bloemfontein
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R2 814 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R494 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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JohannesburgBloemfontein

JNB - BFN

JNBBFN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

12:40-13:45

Nonstop1h 05m

Bloemfontein Intl

Wed 25/2

14:20-15:20

Nonstop1h 00m

R1 310

JohannesburgBloemfontein

JNB - BFN

JNBBFN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

18:05-19:10

Nonstop1h 05m

Bloemfontein Intl

Sun 1/3

16:10-17:10

Nonstop1h 00m

R1 374

JohannesburgBloemfontein

JNB - BFN

JNBBFN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

18:05-19:10

Nonstop1h 05m

Bloemfontein Intl

Mon 9/3

19:45-20:45

Nonstop1h 00m

R1 486

JohannesburgBloemfontein

JNB - BFN

JNBBFN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

12:40-13:45

Nonstop1h 05m

Bloemfontein Intl

Fri 6/3

16:10-17:10

Nonstop1h 00m

R1 774

JohannesburgBloemfontein

JNB - BFN

JNBBFN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

18:05-19:10

Nonstop1h 05m

Bloemfontein Intl

Sun 8/3

16:10-17:10

Nonstop1h 00m

R1 822

JohannesburgBloemfontein

JNB - BFN

JNBBFN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

7:30-18:25

1 stop10h 55m

Bloemfontein Intl

Wed 25/2

14:20-15:20

Nonstop1h 00m

R3 116

JohannesburgBloemfontein

JNB - BFN

JNBBFN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

20:35-18:25

1 stop21h 50m

Bloemfontein Intl

Mon 9/3

19:45-20:45

Nonstop1h 00m

R3 180

JohannesburgBloemfontein

JNB - BFN

JNBBFN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

14:30-15:35

Nonstop1h 05m

Bloemfontein Intl

Sun 31/5

18:55-20:30

1 stop25h 35m

R3 292

JohannesburgBloemfontein

JNB - BFN

JNBBFN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

21:20-8:05

1 stop10h 45m

Bloemfontein Intl

Fri 6/3

16:10-17:10

Nonstop1h 00m

R3 420

JohannesburgBloemfontein

JNB - BFN

JNBBFN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

21:20-9:10

1 stop11h 50m

Bloemfontein Intl

Fri 27/3

16:10-17:10

Nonstop1h 00m

R4 203

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein is 24 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein (average of R831). Flying from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein in September is currently the most expensive (average of R1 151). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to BFN?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 4 February 2026.

The most flights from ZA1 to BFN are scheduled on a Tuesday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Bloemfontein have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 78 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Bloemfontein flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Bloemfontein flights?

Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bloemfontein

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bloemfontein. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bloemfontein. Reviews last updated 4 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink and FlySafair from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
8,4
Very Good

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

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  • Is there an alternative way to get to Bloemfontein from Johannesburg that’s more sustainable than flights?

    If you need to travel from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein with a sustainable mode of transport, consider using flights. Flights are the most sustainable mode of transportation for making this trip of about 247.3 mi. Buses are less sustainable than flights since they carry fewer passengers per trip. Therefore, flights are the most sustainable travel option from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein.

  • What can I, as a traveler, do to reduce my carbon footprint for my trip from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

    When traveling from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein, consider selecting airlines making direct flights. This is a sustainable way to make the trip since direct flights consume less fuel than those having stopovers. In addition, you can think of traveling with light luggage. This helps reduce the plane’s overall weight, making it burn less fuel for the flight than if it was heavier. Therefore, these are some of the primary practices a passenger can do to reduce their carbon footprint for this journey.

  • How can I find a sustainable airline for my journey from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

    If you need to identify a sustainable airline to board a flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein, consider checking out one with new planes. Airlines having new planes consume less fuel during these trips because they come equipped with advanced fuel-efficient engines as well as proper aerodynamics. You can also look out for planes with Sustainable Aviation Fuel certification. These planes use fossil fuel rather than petroleum fuel when making flights between the origin and destination. This is because fossil fuels are more eco-friendly during production than petroleum-based fuels.

  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Bloemfontein flights?

    When travelling to Bloemfontein from Johannesburg, passengers will depart from either Lanseria International Airport or O.R. Tambo International Airport. O.R. Tambo is the larger airport that most will leave form, while Lanseria is smaller and quieter for passengers who prefer that. Once reaching Bloemfontein, passengers will disembark at Bram Fischer International Airport. It shares runaways with the Bloemspruit Air Force Base. This airport has a single main terminal that is used for both domestic and international flights. Some of the destinations available from this airport include Durban, Cape Town, and Johannesburg. The main airlines from the airport are South African Airways, Airlink, and Mango.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

    There are quite a few flights available for travellers who want a direct, nonstop flight into Bloemfontein from Johannesburg. All of the flights are provided by South African Airways. The flights are available from the early morning until into the evening for a convenient option when travelling to Bloemfontein. Travellers who prefer a flight with stopovers will also find that option available. These flights are also offered by South African Airways. In most cases, direct flights are less expensive and take the least amount of time, but may not have as many flight options available each day compared to stopover flights.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

    If a traveller is looking for a one-stop flight into Bloemfontein, the flight may stop down in places like Cape Town Airport or the Johannesburg airport that was not the one used for departure. The cheapest stopover flights are often the longest, while the shortest flights may cost a bit more. There are also flights with two stops that may touch down in Cape Town, Kimberly, Durban, or Nelspruit. The quickest flight offered for a two-stop flight is 6h 25m while the longer flights can last 9h 15m or even more.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

    As both of these locations are inside of South Africa, there is no need to bring a passport or visa for the flight. Instead, a passenger only needs a valid form of ID.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Bloemfontein from Johannesburg?

    Located just 8,8 km from the city centre, Bloemfontein Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Bloemfontein from Johannesburg. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein Intl (BFN) should be relatively easy as there are 17 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein in 1h 05m. Fly via FlySafair to get the fastest option. Johannesburg and Bloemfontein are separated by a distance of 380 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein round-trip?

    Currently priced at R880, FlySafair will fly you from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein and back. In addition to FlySafair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Airlink and Cemair - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R1 241 and R1 393, respectively. FlySafair is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein are FlySafair (R466), Airlink (R1 210), and Cemair (R1 322).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

    Consider KLM (95%), LATAM Airlines (90%) or Air France (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein is R431. On average you can expect to pay R1 060. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Bloemfontein Intl), can usually be booked for R1 071.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Bloemfontein flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein (average of R831). Flying from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein in September is currently the most expensive (average of R1 151). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein

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FlySafairCheapestR880AverageR1 598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR1 241AverageR2 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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CemairCheapestR1 393AverageR2 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Helpful tips for your next trip to Bloemfontein

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  • FlySafair services the route from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein. The airline is one of the sustainable airlines plying the route. It has incorporated new planes in its fleet, thus improving engine efficiency and reducing fuel consumption.
  • Johannesburg, the origin city for your flight to Bloemfontein, is one of the sustainable cities in South Africa. The city promotes sustainability by promoting energy and waste management; thus, airlines must meet the set standards when it comes to the two aspects.
  • O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is one of the departure airports for flights heading to Bloemfontein that’s sustainable. The airport is known for enhanced measures to control waste disposal, noise pollution, and air quality. These are vital aspects that airlines have to work on to promote sustainability.

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