Bram Fischer Airport Guide | Terminal & Facilities (BFN)
AIRPORT GUIDE (Terminal, Map, Facilities)
Complete guide to Bram Fischer International Airport in Bloemfontein. Terminal layout, facilities, the Bidvest Lounge and everything you need for a smooth trip.
Your Complete Guide to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)
Bram Fischer International Airport — still very widely known as Bloemfontein Airport — sits approximately 10–15 km north-east of Bloemfontein’s city centre, in the Free State’s Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality. As a regional airport handling roughly 400,000 passengers a year, BFN offers a deliberately compact, single-terminal experience that stands in sharp contrast to the scale of OR Tambo or Cape Town International.
The Terminal Building
BFN operates a single terminal handling all check-in, security, baggage reclaim and boarding for its entirely domestic flight schedule. Dining and most shops are located on the ground floor of the terminal building, with the airside boarding area immediately beyond security. The terminal’s compact size means short walking distances throughout — there’s no need to navigate between separate buildings or take a shuttle bus to your gate.
Key Facilities at BFN
Restaurants and food: Mugg & Bean is the airport’s confirmed sit-down restaurant, alongside Sweets from Heaven for road trip snacks and quick bites.
The lounge: A single commercial facility, the Bidvest Premier Lounge, located airside on the right-hand side at the end of the passage after security. Open to any passenger for a flat daily rate — no airline restriction. See our lounge guide for current rates and what’s included.
Shops: A small but practical retail offering, including Vodashop Rent a Fone for SIM cards and connectivity, plus a tourist information desk.
Wi-Fi: Free ACSA Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal, with a complimentary session of approximately 4 hours.
Car hire: More than 11 companies operate at BFN, including Avis, Europcar, Hertz, Budget, Sixt, First Car Rental, Tempest, Thrifty, Bidvest and Woodford Exclusive Rentals — an unusually large selection for a regional airport. See our car hire guide.
Medical and other services: Basic first-aid assistance is available via the information desk. A small multi-faith prayer room is located just before security, offering a quiet space for reflection. Notably, BFN also has a fully-fledged Busamed Hospital on its grounds — a distinctive feature among South African regional airports.
ATMs: Available at several key locations throughout the terminal.
Getting to BFN
The airport is approximately 15–25 minutes from Bloemfontein’s city centre via the N8. There is no scheduled public bus or rail service connecting BFN to the city – see our full transport guide for taxi, rideshare, shuttle and car hire options.
Airport Contact Details
Address: Bram Fischer International Airport, Private Bag X20562, Bloemfontein, 9300 Helpdesk: +27 (0)51 407 2200 Flight information: 086 72 77 888 Customer care: +27 (0)51 407 2240 / customercare@airports.co.za Official ACSA site: airports.co.za
FAQs — Bram Fischer Airport Guide
FAQ A complete guide to Bram Fischer International Airport | Bloemfontein Airport – airlines, parking, facilities, transport options, charter services, check-in tips and more.
1. How many terminals does Bram Fischer Airport have? One. BFN operates a single terminal handling all check-in, security and boarding.
2. Is there free Wi-Fi at Bram Fischer Airport? Yes, free ACSA Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal, with a complimentary session of approximately 4 hours.
3. What restaurants are at BFN? Mugg & Bean is the confirmed sit-down restaurant, alongside Sweets from Heaven for snacks.
4. Does Bram Fischer Airport have a lounge? Yes, a single commercial facility — the Bidvest Premier Lounge — located airside after security, open to any passenger for a flat daily rate.
5. Is there car hire at Bram Fischer Airport? Yes, more than 11 companies operate at BFN, including Avis, Europcar, Hertz, Budget and Sixt.
6. Is there a hospital at Bram Fischer Airport? Yes, a fully-fledged Busamed Hospital is located on the airport grounds.
7. How far is BFN from Bloemfontein city centre? Approximately 10–15 km, around 15–25 minutes by road via the N8.
8. Is BFN a busy airport? No, it’s a relatively small regional airport, handling approximately 400,000 passengers a year compared to OR Tambo’s 28 million-plus.
9. Does BFN have ATMs? Yes, ATMs are available at several locations within the terminal.
10. Who manages Bram Fischer International Airport? Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), the same state entity that operates OR Tambo, Cape Town International, Chief Dawid Stuurman International and several other South African airports.
