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Airport Comparison
| BFN | CPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | J B M Hertzog International Airport | Cape Town International Airport |
| IATA Code | BFN | CPT |
| ICAO Code | FABL | FACT |
| City | Bloemfontain | Cape Town |
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 4,458 ft | 151 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.090000, 26.300000 | -33.960000, 18.600000 |
Bloemfontain (BFN) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) in Bloemfontain, South Africa to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 908 kilometers (564 miles / 490 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southwest at a heading of 231°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within South Africa. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 09:38 in Bloemfontain, it's 09:38 in Cape Town.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,307 feet between the two airports. Cape Town International Airport sits lower than J B M Hertzog International Airport.
The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Bloemfontain (BFN) follows a heading of 55° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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