Airport Comparison
| BFN | FRA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | J B M Hertzog International Airport | Frankfurt am Main International Airport |
| IATA Code | BFN | FRA |
| ICAO Code | FABL | EDDF |
| City | Bloemfontain | Frankfurt am Main |
| Country | South Africa | Germany |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Europe/Berlin |
| Elevation | 4,458 ft | 364 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.090000, 26.300000 | 50.030000, 8.540000 |
Bloemfontain (BFN) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) in Bloemfontain, South Africa to Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany is 8,971 kilometers (5,574 miles / 4,844 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.
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 Germany. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:31 in Bloemfontain, it's 03:31 in Frankfurt am Main.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,094 feet between the two airports. Frankfurt am Main International Airport sits lower than J B M Hertzog International Airport.
The return flight from Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Bloemfontain (BFN) follows a heading of 164° (south southeast). 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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.