Bloemfontein to Harare flights
Harare lies 1,349 km (838 mi) north of Bloemfontein, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 29 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bloemfontein | Harare | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | Zimbabwe |
| Population | 556,637 | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 1,396 m (4,580 ft) | 1,494 m (4,902 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) |
| Nearest large airport | BFN, 9 km out | HRE, 12 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Harare
Crossing from South Africa into Zimbabwe: money changes from the Rand to the Zimbabwe Gold (ZWG); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +263; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25267554 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648901.
Airports at each end
Leaving Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,396 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Harare
Harare is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 15,502-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport | HRE | 12 km (7 mi) | 15,502 ft | 4,887 ft |
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Staying in Harare
Our booking partner lists 234 places to stay in Harare. Of the 199 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (122), and 7 are five-star. Across 34 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 10,308 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Harare from Bloemfontein?
1,349 km (838 mi) in a straight line, north of Bloemfontein.
How long does it take to get from Bloemfontein to Harare by air?
About 2 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bloemfontein and Harare?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bloemfontein to Harare flights?
Typically Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE).
What currency do I need in Harare?
The Zimbabwe Gold (ZWG).
Where can I stay in Harare?
Our booking partner lists 234 places to stay in Harare, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.