Cape Town Airport Transportation

In the shared arrivals hall on the lower level of the terminal, holding a name board as you come out of the domestic or international arrival area. The meeting point is also in your confirmation.

The airport is about 20 km east of the city center, with a direct link along the N2 freeway. The drive to the City Bowl usually takes 20 to 30 minutes in normal traffic, longer at weekday rush hour.

No. Cape Town International has one central terminal building with an international area and a domestic area, and both lead into the same arrivals hall on the lower level.

Yes. We drive door to door to hotels and apartments at the V&A Waterfront and in the City Bowl. Give the hotel name or full address when you book.

Yes. Transfers go to hotels, guesthouses and villas in Camps Bay, Clifton, Sea Point and along the Atlantic Seaboard. Add the full address and any gate code when you book.

Yes. We go to hotels, guest farms and wine-estate stays in Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl. Give the estate name and address, since many sit on farm roads outside town.

Yes. Give the full street address, the unit number and any gate or intercom instructions when you book, so your driver can find you and load your bags without delay.

The MyCiTi airport service has been suspended since 1 December 2022, so there is no scheduled public bus from the terminal. A pre-booked transfer takes you straight to your address.

No. Your ride is already booked, so go straight to your driver in the arrivals hall instead of the taxi rank outside or the e-hailing area in the parkade.

We follow the flight on your reservation, so your pickup moves with a delayed landing. If your flight number, date or airline changes, or the flight is canceled, update it in Manage your booking as soon as you can.

Yes. Book a one-way departure or a round trip and give your flight time, so your pickup leaves enough time for check-in and security.

Many nationalities, including US, UK and Canadian citizens, can visit South Africa visa-free for up to 90 days, with a passport valid at least 30 days after departure and two blank pages. The online ETA is aimed at visa-required travelers and stays optional for visa-exempt visitors.

Cape Town is on South African Standard Time (UTC+2) all year, with no daylight saving time. The currency is the South African rand (ZAR).

No. Airport Transportation is a private transfer service that books rides from CPT; we are not the airport or its operator. For terminals, airlines and other ways to get around, see our Cape Town International Airport page.

We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.

Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.

Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.

It depends on the vehicle. Each vehicle shows its maximum number of passengers and suitcases before you book, so you can choose one that fits your group.

Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.

Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.

Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.

Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.

You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.

You pay securely online when you book, by credit or debit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Payments are processed by Stripe.

Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.

During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.

Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.

No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.

Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.

Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.

Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.

All prices are in USD. If your card is in another currency, your bank converts the charge at its own exchange rate.

We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.

Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.

Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.