# CPT — Cape Town International Airport > Machine-readable reference for CPT. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/CPT.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-05T03:47:36.519+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Cape Town International Airport - IATA: CPT - ICAO: FACT - City: Cape Town - Country: ZA (ZA) - Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg - Distance from city: 20 km (12 mi) east of central Cape Town - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 2 - Annual passengers: 8.4M - Hub for: FlySafair - Official website: https://www.airports.co.za/airports/cape-town-international-airport ## Overview Welcome Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is a surprisingly compact gateway to South Africa, where the efficiency of its two terminals stands in contrast to sprawling mega-hubs. Serving both domestic and international flows, the airport's smart layout means that everything essential, from shopping to lounges, is tucked within a manageable expanse. This concentration allows for seamless navigation, making it feasible to grasp the terminal structure without feeling overwhelmed. As Cape Town's sole scheduled-passenger facility, it's a hub for FlySafair and a crucial jump-off point for visitors to Cape Town and beyond. At a glance CPT handles around 8.4 million passengers per year, featuring two runways and terminals: the Domestic for local carriers like FlySafair, Airlink, and Kulula, and the International for global giants such as British Airways, Emirates, and KLM. Strategically located 20 km east of the central city, it connects effortlessly via major routes. Terminals & layout The Domestic and International terminals are linked by a central building, a design that simplifies transitions between local and international flights. The shared space isn't just a passage; it's also w… ## Terminals (2) - **Domestic Terminal** — airlines: FlySafair, Airlink, Kulula URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/terminals/domestic - **International Terminal** — airlines: British Airways, Emirates, KLM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/terminals/international ## Dining (2) - **Dulce Cafe** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/restaurants/dulce-cafe - **Mugg & Bean** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/restaurants/mugg-bean ## Lounges (10) - **British Airways - Terraces** — International · access: British Airways access URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/lounges/british-airways-terraces - **British Airways - Terraces** — Domestic · access: British Airways Club World URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/lounges/british-airways-terraces-domestic - **British Airways - Terraces** — International · access: British Airways Club World URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/lounges/british-airways-terraces-international - **Protocol Lounge** — access: Protocol access URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/lounges/protocol-lounge - **Protocol Lounge** — International · access: Department of International Relations and Cooperation URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/lounges/protocol-lounge-international - **Smokers' Lounge** — access: Smoking lounge URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/lounges/smokers-lounge - **Smokers' Lounge** — International · access: Free entry URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/lounges/smokers-lounge-international - **The Premier Lounge** — access: Lounge access · day pass: paid entry URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/lounges/the-premier-lounge - **The Premier Lounge** — Domestic · access: Any passenger, pay per visit or pre-paid card URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/lounges/the-premier-lounge-domestic - **The Premier Lounge** — International · access: Any passenger, pay per visit or pre-paid card · day pass: paid entry URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/lounges/the-premier-lounge-international ## Shops (15) - **African Eco** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/african-eco - **Bidvest Bank** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/bidvest-bank - **Big Five Duty Free** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/big-five-duty-free - **Cape Union Mart** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/cape-union-mart - **Capi Photo and Electronics** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/capi-photo-and-electronics - **Clicks** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/clicks - **Dulce Cafe** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/dulce-cafe - **Exclusive Books** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/exclusive-books - **Mugg & Bean** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/mugg-bean - **Sterns** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/sterns - **Sunglass Hut** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/sunglass-hut - **The Body Shop** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/the-body-shop - **The Cape Town Shop** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/the-cape-town-shop - **Totalsports** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/totalsports - **Vat Refund** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/shops/vat-refund ## Parking (6) - **Accessible Parking** — next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/parking/accessible-parking - **EV Charging Stations** — next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/parking/ev-charging - **Long Stay Parking** — Long stay · R100/day, R500/week · 0.5 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/parking/long-stay-parking - **Valet Parking** — Valet · R300/day, R50/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/parking/p1-ground-floor - **Remote Parking** — Remote · R100/day, R20/hr · 1 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/parking/remote-parking - **Shade Parking** — Remote · R150/day, R30/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/parking/shade-parking ## Ground transport (7) - **Bolt** — Rideshare URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/transport/bolt - **Centurion Tours** — Other · 6am-12 midnight URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/transport/centurion-tours - **Citi Hopper** — Other · 7am-12 midnight weekdays, 8am-12 midnight weekends URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/transport/citi-hopper - **Uber and Bolt** — Rideshare · Varies by destination URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/transport/rideshare-services - **Cape Town Shuttle Services** — Shuttle · Varies by destination URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/transport/shuttle-services - **Authorized Airport Taxi Services** — Taxi · Varies by destination URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/transport/taxi-services - **Uber** — Rideshare URL: https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/transport/uber ## Insider tips - _Insider_: Use the central terminal as your mental anchor. It connects the domestic and international sides efficiently. - _Time_: Plan extra time for parking decisions due to multiple branded options—each varying in proximity and price. - _Avoid_: If booking Uber or Bolt, don't improvise; head straight to Parkade 1's ground-floor pickup zone. - _Quiet_: For a non-food diversion, Exclusive Books offers a peaceful browse amidst travel chaos. - _Local_: Cape Town Shop in the shopping directory is your best bet for authentic souvenirs. - _Money_: Ensure to handle VAT refunds if purchasing eligible items, as it can save significant amounts when leaving South Africa. - _Time_: Compact airport layout means lounge choice can matter more than proximity, so select based on your check-in side. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/CPT.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/cpt/departures — HTML page with live departures