How to get from Cape Town International Airport to Cape Town city centre
High confidenceChecked May 2026
Use Uber or Bolt from the designated pickup zone, or the MyCiTi Airport bus to the central station (~ZAR 100).
Best options
Best overall
Uber or Bolt from the designated zone.
Cheapest safe
MyCiTi Airport bus (T01 / N02) to Civic Centre.
Best at night
Uber/Bolt or pre-booked transfer.
With luggage / kids
Uber/Bolt or pre-booked transfer.
Taxi fare
Metered taxi roughly ZAR 350–500 to central Cape Town. Fares vary with traffic.
Ride-hailing
Uber and Bolt operate — designated pickup zone.
available
Public transport
MyCiTi Airport bus to Civic Centre.
Compare your options — CPT → Cape Town city centre
Distance ~20 km, typical journey 25–45 min.
| Option | Typical fare | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Public transport | MyCiTi Airport bus to Civic Centre. | Cheapest safe option |
| Official taxi | Metered taxi roughly ZAR 350–500 to central Cape Town. Fares vary with traffic. | Late arrivals, heavy luggage |
| Ride-hailing | Uber and Bolt operate — designated pickup zone. | available |
After landing — step by step
- 1Exit arrivals and follow signs to the app pickup zone
- 2Confirm trip in-app before getting in
Scam warnings
Curbside 'taxi' offers without a real rank
Avoid this
- • Anyone offering 'transport' inside arrivals
Frequently asked
Q.How much is a taxi from Cape Town International Airport to Cape Town city centre?
Metered taxi roughly ZAR 350–500 to central Cape Town. Fares vary with traffic.. Always confirm the fare or that the meter is on before pulling away. Watch for: Curbside 'taxi' offers without a real rank.
Q.What is the cheapest safe way from CPT to Cape Town city centre?
MyCiTi Airport bus (T01 / N02) to Civic Centre.
Q.Does Uber or ride-hailing work at Cape Town International Airport?
Uber and Bolt operate — designated pickup zone.
Q.What's the best way from CPT to Cape Town city centre at night?
Uber/Bolt or pre-booked transfer.
Q.What scams should I watch for going from CPT to Cape Town city centre?
Top reported: Curbside 'taxi' offers without a real rank. Use the official taxi rank, never accept a fare from someone approaching you in arrivals.
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