Cheap Flights to Bloemfontein

When to fly to Bloemfontein

Bloemfontein has very hot summers and January tends to be the hottest month. Summer temperatures are usually in the 30s from December through to February and it tends to be the most popular and busiest time to visit. Winters here are between June and August and tend to be cool and dry with occasional frost.

Getting around Bloemfontein

Getting around Bloemfontein, as in most South African cities, is easiest with a car. Cars can be rented from various companies at the airport, including Avis and Hertz. Public transport options are limited, but there are public buses and taxis can be hired.

Compared to other South African cities, Bloemfontein has a reputation for being safe. Most visitors have no problems walking around the centre in the day, though it can be quiet in the evening. The shopping malls are patrolled 24 hours and 2nd Street is generally safe and busy at night. Potential areas to avoid include the train station and townships east of the railway lines.