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Bultfontein Airport (UTE)

Bultfontein, South Africa · small airport · -28.273° 26.136° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeUTE
ICAO CodeFABU
Typesmall airport
NameBultfontein Airport
MunicipalityBultfontein
CountrySouth Africa
ContinentAF
Latitude-28.273° S
Longitude26.136° E
Elevation4400 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountrySouth Africa
ISO Code
RegionBultfontein
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+2
DST OffsetUTC+2
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving UTE

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (28.3°S)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Bultfontein Airport (IATA: UTE, ICAO: FABU) is a small airfield serving Bultfontein, a farming town in the Free State province of South Africa. Located just north of the town, it handles light general aviation, charter, and agricultural aircraft rather than scheduled commercial flights. Its rural setting makes it a convenient airstrip for business, farming, and emergency access to the surrounding Lejweleputswa region.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to confirm fuel and access in advance—Bultfontein is a small field, and services may need to be arranged through local operators or by planning a fuel stop at Bloemfontein or Welkom.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is reached by road, with Bultfontein town just a few minutes south and larger hubs like Bloemfontein and Welkom roughly 1–1.5 hours away. There is no regular public transport to the airfield, so use a rental car, pre-booked taxi, or shuttle from Bultfontein or Bloemfontein. Confirm access, parking, and gate arrangements with your operator or local contact before arrival.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airport codes does Bultfontein Airport use?
A: It uses IATA code UTE and ICAO code FABU.

Q: Are there scheduled passenger flights from Bultfontein Airport?
A: No, it is a small general aviation airport with no scheduled airline service; most traffic is private, charter, or agricultural.

Q: How far is the airport from Bultfontein town centre?
A: It is only a short drive north of town, typically about 5 minutes by car.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: Expect basic small-airfield facilities only; there is no large terminal or guaranteed on-site car rental, so arrange services in advance.
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🌏 Nearby Airports (Top 5)

IATANameCity / CountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Link
WEL Welkom Airport Welkom, South Africa 60.2 km 37.4 mi View →
BFN Bram Fischer International Airport Bloemfontein, South Africa 92.5 km 57.5 mi View →
TCU Thaba Nchu Tar Airport Homeward, South Africa 134.0 km 83.3 mi View →
KIM Kimberley Airport Kimberley, South Africa 146.4 km 91.0 mi View →
KXE P C Pelser Airport Klerksdorp, South Africa 166.2 km 103.2 mi View →

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