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Cape Town International Airport

Cape Town, South Africa
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Routes out
23
Destinations
FACT
ICAO
151 ft
Elevation
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South Africa's gateway to the Cape, Africa's most scenic city.

Opened
1954
Location
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town International Airport (CPT/FACT) is the second-busiest airport in South Africa and the third-busiest on the African continent. Located approximately 20 kilometres east of the Cape Town city centre, it serves as the primary aviation gateway to the Western Cape province and a major hub for both domestic and international travel. The airport underwent significant expansion and modernisation ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, with upgrades to its terminal facilities, aprons, and runway infrastructure. It is operated by Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) and handles tens of millions of passengers annually, connecting Cape Town to destinations across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. Cape Town International is served by a wide range of airlines offering direct long-haul routes to destinations including London, Amsterdam, Dubai, Doha, and Frankfurt, making it a critical link between southern Africa and the global aviation network.
Terminals
The airport has a single integrated terminal building divided into domestic and international pier sections, with separate check-in and arrivals halls for each.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include the MyCiTi Airport Express bus service, metered taxis, ride-hailing apps, hotel shuttles, and car hire facilities on site.
Airlines here
Major airlines operating at CPT include South African Airways, FlySafair, Kulula, British Airways (operated by Comair), Emirates, Qatar Airways, KLM, and Lufthansa.
Notable facts
  • ›Cape Town International is the second-busiest airport in South Africa after OR Tambo International in Johannesburg.
  • ›The airport sits at an elevation of approximately 151 feet (46 metres) above sea level.
  • ›It has one main runway (01/19) and a shorter parallel runway used primarily for general aviation.
  • ›Major infrastructure upgrades were completed in 2010 in preparation for the FIFA World Cup hosted by South Africa.
  • ›The airport is operated by Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), a state-owned entity managing nine major South African airports.
Official website Wikipedia
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.

Route map (23 destinations)

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Routes

CPT → PBZ5Z · BEH
CPT → LHRAA · 744 777
CPT → AMSAZ · 777
CPT → DURBA · 734 733
CPT → JNBBA · 734 738 733
CPT → LHRBA · 744 777
CPT → PLZBA · 733
CPT → GBEBP · AR8
CPT → MUBBP · AR8
CPT → LADDT · 73G 772
CPT → DXBEK · 77W
CPT → LHRIB · 744
CPT → BFNJE · 733 738
CPT → DURJE · 738
CPT → HLAJE · 738
CPT → JNBJE · 738 733
CPT → PLZJE · 733
CPT → AMSKL · 777
CPT → MRUMK · 319
CPT → DURMN · 738
CPT → HLAMN · 738
CPT → JNBMN · 738
CPT → JNBOZ · 772
CPT → DOHQR · 788
CPT → JNBQR · 788
CPT → BFNSA · 733 738
CPT → DURSA · 738
CPT → DXBSA · 77W
CPT → ELSSA · DH4 CR2
CPT → GRJSA · CR2 ER3 AR8
CPT → HDSSA · CR2
CPT → HLASA · 738
CPT → JNBSA · 738 320 343 319 733 346 332 342
CPT → KIMSA · CR2 ER3
CPT → MPMSA · CR2
CPT → MQPSA · AR8
CPT → PLZSA · 733
CPT → UTNSA · ER3
CPT → WDHSA · CR2
CPT → WVBSA · CR2
CPT → JNBSQ · 772
CPT → WDHSW · 319
CPT → JNBTK · 330
CPT → JNBVA · 772

Stay, Eat & Explore: Cape Town

Where two oceans meet

  • •Table Mountain — Rotating cable car or a hike to the flat-topped icon.
  • •Robben Island — Ferry to the prison where Mandela spent 18 years.
  • •V&A Waterfront — Harbour dining, markets and the Zeitz MOCAA museum.
  • •Boulders Beach Penguins — African penguins waddling on False Bay sand.
  • •Cape of Good Hope — Cliffs, baboons and lighthouses at the peninsula's tip.

Getting around: MyCiTi buses serve the centre and coast; app-cabs are the practical default. Hire a car for the Peninsula and Winelands.

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City & Place Guide

Where mountains meet ocean at the tip of Africa.

Cape Town is one of the world's most visually dramatic cities, built beneath the flat-topped massif of Table Mountain and flanked by two oceans. It serves as the legislative capital of South Africa and a cultural hub blending African, European, and Cape Malay influences.

The city offers an extraordinary mix of natural beauty, colonial history, and vibrant neighborhoods. From the colorful Bo-Kaap district to the windswept Cape Peninsula, visitors find world-class beaches, acclaimed restaurants, and significant historical sites including those tied to apartheid's complex legacy.

Cape Town is also a gateway to the Cape Winelands, with towns like Stellenbosch and Franschhoek just an hour's drive away, offering outstanding wine estates and countryside scenery.

  • •Table Mountain — ride the revolving cable car for panoramic views over the city and coastline.
  • •Robben Island — the former prison where Nelson Mandela was held for 18 years.
  • •Cape Point & Cape Peninsula — dramatic cliffs at the southwestern tip of the African continent.
  • •Bo-Kaap — a hillside neighborhood of brightly painted homes and Cape Malay heritage.
  • •Boulders Beach — a sheltered cove home to a thriving colony of African penguins.
  • •V&A Waterfront — a lively working harbor with shops, restaurants, and the Zeitz MOCAA museum.

Getting around: Cape Town has a reliable MyCiTi bus rapid transit network covering the city centre, Atlantic Seaboard, and airport corridor. The Metrorail train connects the city to suburbs and the southern peninsula but is best avoided at night. Metered taxis are widely available but should be booked by phone or app; Uber operates safely and extensively throughout the metro area and is the most convenient option for most visitors. Car hire is recommended for exploring the Cape Peninsula and Winelands independently.

Best time: The best time to visit is during the dry, sunny summer months of November through March, when warm temperatures and long days are ideal for beaches and outdoor activities.

Local food: Try a traditional braai (South African barbecue), spiced Cape Malay curry, bobotie (a sweet-savory baked minced meat dish), fresh West Coast seafood, and locally produced Chenin Blanc or Pinotage wines from the Winelands.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

Passport, Visa & Immigration

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Cape Town International Airport
Encyclopaedia

Cape Town International Airport, and sometimes abbreviated to CTIA, is the primary international airport serving the city of Cape Town, South Africa. It is the second-busiest airport in the country and fourth-busiest in Africa.

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