Mbabane to Bloemfontein flights
Bloemfontein lies 576 km (358 mi) south-west of Mbabane, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 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.
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| Mbabane | Bloemfontein | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Eswatini | South Africa |
| Population | 76,218 | 556,637 |
| Elevation | 1,209 m (3,967 ft) | 1,396 m (4,580 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Mbabane) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Nearest large airport | SHO, 58 km out | BFN, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Bloemfontein
Crossing from Eswatini into South Africa: money changes from the Lilangeni to the Rand (ZAR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 546, Euro, IEC 60906-1; the dialling code becomes +27; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Mbabane
Mbabane is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is King Mswati III International Airport (SHO), 58 km (36 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bram Fischer International Airport | BFN | 9 km (6 mi) | 8,396 ft | 4,457 ft |
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Staying in Bloemfontein
Our booking partner lists 401 places to stay in Bloemfontein. Of the 286 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (149), and 7 are five-star. Across 216 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 78,887 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Bloemfontein from Mbabane?
576 km (358 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mbabane.
How long does it take to get from Mbabane to Bloemfontein by air?
About 1 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 Mbabane and Bloemfontein?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mbabane to Bloemfontein flights?
Typically King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN).
What currency do I need in Bloemfontein?
The Rand (ZAR).
Where can I stay in Bloemfontein?
Our booking partner lists 401 places to stay in Bloemfontein, 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.