Airport Comparison
| BFN | TLV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | J B M Hertzog International Airport | Ben Gurion International Airport |
| IATA Code | BFN | TLV |
| ICAO Code | FABL | LLBG |
| City | Bloemfontain | Tel Aviv |
| Country | South Africa | Israel |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Elevation | 4,458 ft | 135 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.090000, 26.300000 | 32.010000, 34.890000 |
Bloemfontain (BFN) to Tel Aviv (TLV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) in Bloemfontain, South Africa to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel is 6,854 kilometers (4,259 miles / 3,701 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 8°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Israel. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:01 in Bloemfontain, it's 13:01 in Tel Aviv.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,323 feet between the two airports. Ben Gurion International Airport sits lower than J B M Hertzog International Airport.
The return flight from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Bloemfontain (BFN) follows a heading of 189° (south). 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 Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.