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Airports in South Africa
Cape Town Airport
The airport is situated 11 miles (18km) east of Cape Town.
Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Location
The airport is situated 11 miles (18km) east of Cape Town.Getting to the city
The MyCiti bus is the quickest and cheapest option for getting into the city, but door-to-door minibus services are available for the journey and take approximately half an hour. Many hotels operate courtesy buses and a 24-hour backpacker bus is available hourly to many hostels. Other options include private services such as Uber and Taxify.
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Car rental companies include Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Thrifty, and Tempest.
Airport Taxis
A taxi to the centre of Cape Town takes approximately 30 minutes and the cost may vary depending on the time of day and number of passengers.
Facilities
ATMs, bars, restaurants, and currency exchange facilities are available throughout the airport. There are several shops, including duty-free in the International Departures section. A VAT refund service is available by the International check in desk. Hotel reservations and tourist information are also available.
Parking
There is short- and long-term parking in a multilevel parking garage connected to the terminal. There is also a special pick-up area that offers free parking for 30 minutes.
Johannesburg Airport
The airport is 12.7 miles (20.5km) east of Johannesburg.
Johannesburg Airport (JNB)
Location
The airport is 12.7 miles (20.5km) east of Johannesburg.Getting to the city
The Gautrain provides fast and easy access to the Johannesburg city centre from the airport, with regular express trains to Sandton. An airport bus departs regularly to the city centre. Authorised shuttle buses and taxis are available; these display the ACSA logo on their vehicles. Hotel shuttle buses depart every 15 minutes from the bus terminal.
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Car rental companies represented at the airport include Avis, Tempest, and Europcar.
Airport Taxis
A metered taxi will take 30-40 minutes to the city centre. Taxis wait opposite the international arrivals terminal (Terminal A). Only official metered taxis should be taken.
Transfer between terminals
The terminals are all connected.
Facilities
Facilities at the airport include bureaux de change, banks, a post office, shops, restaurants and bars, viewing decks, a medical clinic, conference rooms, accommodation, free wifi, and a prayer room.
Parking
Short- and long-term parking is available at OR Tambo Airport.
Durban International Airport
The airport is 21 miles (34km) north of Durban.
Durban International Airport (DUR)
Location
The airport is 21 miles (34km) north of Durban.Getting to the city
The airport can be accessed by car via the N2 from Durban. Taxis are available and there are shuttles to the city centre and major beachfront hotels, which can booked through the airport's information desk.
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Numerous car rental companies are represented at the airport including Avis, Alamo, Budget, Thrifty, Europcar, Dollar, National and Hertz.
Airport Taxis
Many taxi companies operate from outside the arrivals terminal. The journey to the city takes from 30 minutes to an hour. Generally, the price is per journey and not per passenger. Private companies such as Uber also operate, providing transport to the city centre.
Facilities
The newly built airport terminal has a modern and substantial range of facilities, including ATMs, banks, lounges, restaurants and bars, a prayer room, and a large variety of retail outlets. Disabled facilities are excellent, although those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.
Parking
Plenty of parking is available within easy walking distance of the terminal. The pick-up zone is free for the first 20 minutes; shaded and long-stay parking options are available.
Kimberley Airport
The airport is situated five and a half miles (9km) south of Kimberley.
Kimberley Airport (KIM)
Location
The airport is situated five and a half miles (9km) south of Kimberley.Getting to the city
There is no bus service between the airport and the city, but taxi services are available on request and car hire agencies are available at the airport.
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Car rental companies include Avis, Hertz and Europcar.
Facilities
Facilities include a pub in the arrivals terminal, WiFi, and an ATM.
East London Airport
The airport is located about three miles (5km) west of the city centre.
East London Airport (ELS)
Location
The airport is located about three miles (5km) west of the city centre.Getting to the city
There is no public bus or transport from the airport. Shuttle companies leave from in front of the arrivals terminal. Bookings should be made in advance. Their schedule follows flight schedules.
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Rental companies at the airport include Avis, Budget and Thrifty.
Airport Taxis
Metered taxis are available from the airport; a helpdesk is available to give taxi information.
Facilities
The airport has four ATMs in the departures hall and an information desk in the arrivals hall. Restaurants and shops are also available in the terminal building. Facilities also cater to disabled passengers.
Parking
Short- and long-term parking is available adjacent to the airport.
Bloemfontein Airport
The airport is located 8 miles (13km) from the city centre.
Bloemfontein Airport (BFN)
Location
The airport is located 8 miles (13km) from the city centre.Getting to the city
Public transport servicing the airport is limited. Minibus taxis are available but are unreliable and often overcrowded. The best way to get to the city is by hired car or taxi.
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Car rental companies at the airport include Avis, Hertz, Europcar, National, National Alamo, and Tempest.
Airport Taxis
Taxis and shuttles, which should be booked in advance, are available just outside the terminal building. Travellers should consider private services such as Uber.
Facilities
The airport has a mobile phone rental shop, ATM, restaurants, and an information desk.
Parking
Covered parking is available.
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport
The airport is situated about two miles (3km) south of Port Elizabeth.
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ)
Location
The airport is situated about two miles (3km) south of Port Elizabeth.Getting to the city
There is no public transport from the airport into Port Elizabeth. Minibuses may be available. However, most travellers find them uncomfortable and overcrowded with luggage. Visitors not hiring a car will find taxis the most convenient mode of transport. Uber is also an option.
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Car rental companies include Avis, Europcar, Hertz, and Thrifty.
Airport Taxis
Taxis are available at the airport. Pretty much anywhere in the city is within a 10-minute drive. It is best to insist that the driver uses the meter, but an additional airport pick-up fee may be charged. One should also consider private services such as Taxify and Uber.
Facilities
Facilities include several shops as well as a restaurant, cafes, and conference facilities. An ATM is available for cash withdrawal.
Parking
Short- and long-term parking is available within easy walking distance from the terminal. The drop-and-go and pick-up zones directly outside the terminal are free for a limited time.
George Airport
The airport is situated around five and a half miles (9km) from George.
George Airport (GRJ)
Location
The airport is situated around five and a half miles (9km) from George.Getting to the city
Taxis are the only form of transport between the city and the airport. There are a small number of private companies operating on this route.
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Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz, National, Thrifty, and Europcar.
Facilities
Facilities include foreign exchange, ATMs for Nedbank and Standard Bank, conference facilities, cafés, and a few snack shops. The airport caters for disabled passengers.
Kruger Mpumalanga Airport
The airport is situated nearly 17 miles (27km) from Nelspruit at White River.
Kruger Mpumalanga Airport (MQP)
Location
The airport is situated nearly 17 miles (27km) from Nelspruit at White River.Getting to the city
Taxis are available as well as a varied selection of shuttle services.
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A number of car rental companies are located at the airport. These include Avis, Hertz, Thrifty, Europcar, First, Simplify, Bidvest, Tempest, and Budget.
Facilities
Facilities include a bureau de change, ATM, restaurant, cafés, bar, conference facilities, and curio shops.
Parking
Short- and long-term parking is available.
Hoedspruit Airport
The airport is situated around seven and a half miles (12km) from Hoedspruit and is found within the Hoedspruit Air Force Base Nature Reserve.
Hoedspruit Airport (HDS)
Location
The airport is situated around seven and a half miles (12km) from Hoedspruit and is found within the Hoedspruit Air Force Base Nature Reserve.
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Avis has a rental office on site.
Facilities
A foreign exchange is available, as are ATMs, a small restaurant, and a curio shop.
Richards Bay Airport
Richards Bay Airport is located seven miles (11km) from central Richards Bay.
Richards Bay Airport (RCB)
Location
Richards Bay Airport is located seven miles (11km) from central Richards Bay.Getting to the city
Taxis are available outside the arrivals hall.
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Car rental companies are represented at the airport.
Airport Taxis
Taxis are available outside the arrivals hall.
Facilities
Food and refreshment are available for travellers, as are medical facilities.
Parking
Parking is available.