Africa and Indian Ocean
South Africa
Free State (province)
Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein, South Africa
Bram Fischer International Airport – BFN Bloemfontein
Bram Fischer International Airport is the main airport situated in Bloemfontein, South Africa that provides domestic and international flights. It connects Bloemfontein to the industrial area of Botshabelo and Maseru in Lesotho. The airport was opened in 1961 by the late President CR Swart and was known back then as the Bloemfontein Airport. President Jacob Zuma then renamed it in 2012. The airport’s runways are shared with the AFB Bloemspruit, the airbase of the South African Air Force.
Best Time to Visit
Offering a world-class airport service and operation, Bram Fischer International Airport serves 300,000 passengers annually. It uses two asphalt runways and has one main passenger terminal building that is used for both domestic and international flights. There are available restaurants and pubs in the facility, and also some gifts and souvenir shops. The BFN Bloemfontein also has an onsite Busamed Hospital to cater to passengers’ emergency needs.
What to Do & Area Attractions
A great place to stay in Bloemfontein near the Bram Fischer International Airport is the Nations Lodge, which offers majestic view of their landscape. It is also just a few minutes away from the Bloemfontein Train Station. The 4-star Bayswater Lodge and the beautiful Franklin View hotel are some of the BFN Bloemfontein hotels that are near to some of the tourist sites such as the Loch Logan Waterfront, Free State Stadium and many more.
The Thaba Nchu Airport is also an airport that serves the country of South Africa.
On this page it is easy to search for Bloemfontein, South Africa airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels, resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Bloemfontein, South Africa (BFN) airport area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the BFN airport. Most of these BFN hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Bloemfontein, South Africa motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of. Some of the main attractions in the area around the BFN airport are National Museum, Bloemfontein City Hall, and National Museum.
