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CPT Cape Town International Airport

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Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is an airport serving Cape Town, South Africa.

· 80 departures on the board
  • 10:05
    FA302
    Johannesburg(HLA)
    On time
  • 10:15
    4Z657
    Hoedspruit(HDS)
    On time
  • 10:15
    FA299
    Johannesburg(JNB)
    Gate A8
    On time
  • 10:25
    4Z663
    Mpumalanga(MQP)
    On time
  • 10:25
    FA463
    Durban(DUR)
    On time
  • 10:30
    4Z651
    Skukuza(SZK)
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  • 10:35
    4Z314
    Maun(MUB)
    On time
  • 10:40
    4Z326
    Windhoek(WDH)
    On time
  • 10:40
    SQ479
    Johannesburg(JNB)
    On time
  • 10:40
    FA674
    Mpumalanga(MQP)
    On time
  • 10:50
    4Z364
    Gaberone(GBE)
    On time
  • 10:50
    4Z341
    Walvis Bay(WVB)
    On time
  • 10:50
    FA693
    Johannesburg(JNB)
    On time
  • 10:55
    FA522
    Port Elizabeth(PLZ)
    On time
  • 11:00
    GE152
    Johannesburg(JNB)
    On time
  • 11:05
    SA326
    Johannesburg(JNB)
    On time
  • 11:10
    FA162
    Durban(DUR)
    On time
  • 11:45
    FA112
    Johannesburg(JNB)
    Gate A12
    On time
  • 12:00
    FA601
    Johannesburg(JNB)
    On time
  • 12:00
    FA178
    Durban(DUR)
    On time
  • 12:15
    FA636
    Hoedspruit(HDS)
    On time
  • 12:20
    SA332
    Johannesburg(JNB)
    On time
  • 12:30
    FA621
    Johannesburg(JNB)
    Gate A11
    On time
  • 12:35
    FA130
    Port Elizabeth(PLZ)
    On time
  • 12:40
    4Z645
    Upington(UTN)
    On time
  • 13:00
    GE132
    Johannesburg(JNB)
    On time
  • 13:00
    FA142
    East London(ELS)
    On time
  • 13:10
    5Z904
    Durban(DUR)
    On time
  • 13:10
    FA295
    Johannesburg(JNB)
    On time
  • 13:15
    QR1370
    Doha(DOH)
    On time

About CPT Airport

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) serves as South Africa’s second-busiest gateway, with a single-terminal complex split into domestic and international piers handling both full-service and low-cost carriers. Major airlines based at CPT include South African Airways, Mango and FlySafair, while many international carriers connect Cape Town to hubs in Europe, the Middle East and southern Africa — popular routes include Johannesburg, London and Dubai. Travelers can use the airport’s online flight board to check arrivals and departures, find lounges, car hire and efficient ground transport to the city.

Where flights from Cape Town International Airport do not go every day

Airlines fly daily to 24 destinations from Cape Town International Airport; another 10 are served only on certain days of the week. Most destinations are reachable on Tuesday (31); fewest on Monday (28).

DestinationDeparture daysDeparts
Upington (UTN)4ZMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri06:45 / 12:40
Gaberone (GBE)BP · 4ZTue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun09:40 and 2 more departures that week
Frankfurt (FRA)LHTue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun17:55 / 18:00
Sao Paulo (GRU)JJ · SAMon, Tue, Thu, Sat12:50 / 15:50
Newark (EWR)UAMon, Thu, Sat, Sun11:00 / 19:50
Maputo (MPM)4ZMon, Wed, Fri, Sun10:35
Atlanta (ATL)DLTue, Fri, Sun20:05
Washington (IAD)UATue, Fri, Sun20:00
Nairobi (NBO)KQTue, Wed, Sat07:20 and 2 more departures that week
Dar Es Salaam (DAR)TCThu, Sun17:30

Carrier timetable as of July 27, 2026, for the current scheduling season. Individual charter and seasonal services may be missing or incomplete.

How do I get to and from Cape Town International Airport?

Cape Town International is served by multiple transport options. Travelers commonly use metered taxis and ride‑hailing apps that operate from designated pickup zones, intercity and local buses including airport shuttles, and private car hires with on‑site rental counters. Many visitors arrive by private car using well‑signposted routes and parking facilities. Train connections are not directly at the terminal, so plan transfers if combining rail and road.

How do the terminals work at Cape Town International Airport?

The airport has a single passenger terminal complex split into domestic and international piers and concourses. Check‑in desks are on the departures level, with separate domestic and international zones for security and passport control. Baggage reclaim and arrivals are on the lower level. Transfers between domestic and international flights stay inside the secure areas when ticketed through; allow time to clear immigration and security for cross‑border connections.

Tips for flying from Cape Town International Airport

Allow ample time for check‑in, security and immigration, especially during peak holiday periods; international passengers should be prepared for passport control and customs. Keep travel documents handy and follow signage for domestic versus international flows. Traffic to and from the airport can be congested at rush hours, so allow extra road time. Use official taxi ranks or licensed ride‑hail zones and confirm baggage allowances with your airline before travel.

Frequently asked questions

The IATA airport code for Cape Town International Airport is CPT.

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Cape Town International Airport
Cape Town, South Africa · GMT+2

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