Bram Fischer International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
BFN
ICAO Code
FABL
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
Unknown

Bram Fischer International Airport (Bloemfontein) serves Bloemfontein and the Free State province in South Africa. It is primarily a domestic airport handling scheduled services within South Africa, with a single passenger terminal that supports regional traffic. The airport is the main air gateway for Bloemfontein.

Bram Fischer International Airport
Elevation: 1358 m
-29.0927, 26.3024

Terminal Guide for Bram Fischer International Airport #

The airport operates from one main passenger terminal handling domestic departures and arrivals; facilities are geared toward short‑haul services with a compact layout. Navigation is straightforward and walking distances are short.

Getting to and From Bram Fischer International Airport #

Taxis and prebooked private transfers are the usual ways to reach Bloemfontein city centre; journey times are relatively short. There is no heavy rail connection to the terminal. Car hire is available and driving is a practical option for onward travel in the region.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Bram Fischer International Airport #

Passenger facilities include small cafés or kiosks, seating areas and basic retail. Wi‑Fi is commonly available in public areas and charging points are provided at some gates. Lounge facilities are limited and generally restricted to airline / VIP use. Accessibility services are available on request.

Hotels and Layovers at Bram Fischer International Airport #

Bloemfontein has a range of hotels including international and national chains; search parent sites such as marriott.com or accor.com for options in the city. Many hotels offer airport transfers for guests. For short layovers look for accommodations in central Bloemfontein.

Tips for Bram Fischer International Airport #

  • Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals for reliable fares into Bloemfontein; prebooked transfers are also common for business travellers.
  • Domestic services predominate; confirm baggage and check‑in details if connecting to other South African airports.
  • Security and processing are typically quick compared with larger hubs, but peak times around morning departures can be busier.

Weather & Climate near Bram Fischer International Airport #

Climate

Bram Fischer International Airport's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from -2°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (544 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 78 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberOctoberApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

83 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
15° 31°
48%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
3.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 94 mm of rain.

81 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 29°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.0h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
12° 27°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
20°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

June

June is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of -2°C. The driest month with just 8 mm and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 17°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of -2°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 17°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
20°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
24°
36%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
26°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

84 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
12° 28°
41%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

84 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 30°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
3.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

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