Cape Town International airport

Cape Town International Airport is your gateway to the Mother City. As Africa’s third-largest airport with international and domestic terminals, it handles 11 million passengers per year and hosts one of the busiest domestic flight routes in the world- Johannesburg to Cape Town. The airport has received numerous international accolades for its excellent service delivery, boasting a wide range of amenities that include Wi-Fi, conference rooms, shops, restaurants, medical services and banks. The airport is a 20-minute drive to Cape Town CBD (central business district) and provides easy access to popular regions via the N2 highway.

On arrival at the airport

Cape Town International Airport has added additional health and safety procedures and measures upon arrival to protect passengers and staff:

• Temperature screening upon arrival
• Hand sanitisers have been strategically placed throughout the airport to keep hands clean
• Sanitisation and disinfection of trolleys and wheelchairs
• Baggage handlers wear personal protective equipment and baggage is sanitised
• No-touch policy at security points
• COVID-19 monitors are on hand to assist passengers and check if they are adhering to the protocols

Airport Transfer

Depending on your itinerary, budget and luggage load, you can choose from a variety of transport modes that will safely get you to the city from the airport.

Car hire - Hiring a car will give you the time and flexibility to experience more of Cape Town. If you’re travelling in a group or with family, car rentals may be a safer and budget-friendly option for getting around the city. Rent your car from a trusted service, collect it at the airport and hit the town! Read more.

MyCiti Bus - Cape Town’s public bus service provides scheduled and affordable transport around the Mother City with the convenience of not having to worry about traffic and parking. To get to Cape Town using MyCiti, find the MyCiti bus station in front of the main airport terminal, load the desired amount of money onto the MyConnect card for a cashless payment experience and you’re good to go to the city centre. If you’re connecting to other parts of Cape Town, you can transfer seamlessly to another MyCiti route to reach your destination. Read more.

Taxis - From e-hailing services like Uber and Taxify to meter taxis, this mode of transport comes with the flexibility of experiencing more places without being behind the wheel. Find a taxi at the airport or download an Uber or Taxify app to request their services. Read more.

Airport shuttle services - These modes of transport come with the benefit of comfort and convenience, taking you directly to your destination from the airport. Some shuttle services are complimentary others come at a fee. If you’re staying at a hotel, inquire whether there are complimentary shuttle services to and from the airport, as well as to other locations. Read more.