Travelling from London to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN): what you need to know
Take your pick of a range of airports when planning your flight from London to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Bloemfontein is 2 hours ahead of London. Bram Fischer International Airport is located in Bloemfontein, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from London to BFN.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Finding a stopover on your flight from London to BFN is simple. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or break up your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A major stop when flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
From central London, LHR is around 31 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Have an early flight from London to Bram Fischer International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about adding a stop at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). It's a major stopover on a flight from London to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) leaving London Gatwick Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a quick break to get a snack at the airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to BFN:
About Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BFN if you're catching a late flight from London to Bram Fischer International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to central Bloemfontein
Bram Fischer International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Bloemfontein. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)
For a one-way ticket from London to Bram Fischer International Airport, ج.م. 26,071 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from ج.م. 38,665. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from London to BFN, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from London to Bram Fischer International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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The best time to fly from London to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Bram Fischer International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Bloemfontein in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Bloemfontein is January, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from London to BFN in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to Bram Fischer International Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bloemfontein
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bloemfontein right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from London to Bram Fischer International Airport:
Naval Hill Planetarium and Bloemfontein Zoo are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Bloemfontein itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Anglo Boer War Museum.
Complete your Bloemfontein trip with a car rental
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