Getting Around Cape Town
Find the best way to access the city from anywhere.
Cape Town Airport information
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport (IATA: CPT, ICAO: FACT) is the primary airport that serves the capital of South Africa, Cape Town, and surroundings. Located approximately 20 km from the Cape Town city center, it is the second busiest airport in the country and the third in Africa. CPT airport operates both international and domestic flights. This is the only airport in the Cape Town metropolitan area that offers scheduled passenger services. The airport offers direct flights to several destinations in Africa, Europe, and Asia. It also has direct flights to South Africa's other two main urban areas, Johannesburg and Durban, as well as flights to smaller centers in South Africa.
Cape Town International Airport (IATA: CPT, ICAO: FACT) is the primary airport that serves the capital of South Africa, Cape Town, and surroundings. Located approximately 20 km from the Cape Town city center, it is the second busiest airport in the country and the third in Africa. CPT airport operates both international and domestic flights. This is the only airport in the Cape Town metropolitan area that offers scheduled passenger services. The airport offers direct flights to several destinations in Africa, Europe, and Asia. It also has direct flights to South Africa's other two main urban areas, Johannesburg and Durban, as well as flights to smaller centers in South Africa.
Cape Town Ground information
Minibus Taxis
Minibus Taxis are one of the country's most popular modes of transport because they are cheap, fast, and generally reliable. Be sure to find out the end destination beforehand and have your fare ready for the taxi guard.
Taxis
Sedan taxis are always available and are generally more expensive. The Cape Town Tourism Visitor Information Centre can provide a list of their recommended taxi companies. Unicab and Excite are two of the most reliable options.
Minibus Taxis are one of the country's most popular modes of transport because they are cheap, fast, and generally reliable. Be sure to find out the end destination beforehand and have your fare ready for the taxi guard.
Taxis
Sedan taxis are always available and are generally more expensive. The Cape Town Tourism Visitor Information Centre can provide a list of their recommended taxi companies. Unicab and Excite are two of the most reliable options.
Cape Town Public information
The easy-to-access transport network in Cape town allows commuters and travelers alike to navigate, discover, and explore every corner of the Mother City. From trains to buses and taxis, the city has various modes available. However, if you're travelling on a tight schedule, hire your own car, since the public transport isn’t exactly predictable.