The Best Cape Town Airport Taxi Service
When you land in a new country, excited to start exploring and enjoying the sights – the last thing you want is to get stuck in crowds and waste time queuing for transport. Instead, why not hop into a private, air-conditioned car and make your way to your hotel in style and comfort with a Cape Town Airport taxi?
The moment you arrive at Cape Town International Airport (CPT), your English-speaking driver will be waiting for you right outside of arrivals, holding a sign with your name on it. After a warm reception, your driver will give you a hand with your luggage and guide you to your pre-selected vehicle. Even if your flight is delayed, our drivers receive live updates on delayed flights, ensuring they will be there waiting for you no matter when you land.
As you settle into your Cape Town Airport taxi, Your driver will share some useful information about places worth visiting, along with guidelines for a truly enjoyable stay. With everything taken care of, all you need to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.
Hand picked & english speaking drivers
Same price as a regular Taxi from the line
Drivers are always on time
24/7 Email & Phone support
HOW MUCH DOES A TAXI COST FROM CAPE TOWN AIRPORT?
Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
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CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO CITY CENTRE | 25 € | 30 € | 20 MIN |
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO CAMPS BAY | 29 € | 34.80 € | 25 MIN |
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO STELLENBOSCH | 31 € | 37.20 € | 35 MIN |
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO CAPE TOWN PORT | 25 € | 30 € | 20 MIN |
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO HERMANUS | 89 € | 107 € | 1 H 30 MIN |
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO CENTURY CITY | 25 € | 30 € | 20 MIN |
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO FRANSCHHOEK | 63 € | 75.60 € | 1 H 10 MIN |
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO HOUT BAY | 33 € | 39.60 € | 40 MIN |
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO KOMMETJIE | 44 € | 52.80 € | 55 MIN |
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO MILNERTON | 25 € | 30 € | 20 MIN |
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO SEA POINT | 27 € | 32.40 € | 22 MIN |
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO SIMON'S TOWN | 46 € | 55.20 € | 55 MIN |
Cape Town Airport taxi cost
Official taxis at Cape Town Airport calculate fares based on a taximeter, meaning your final fare will depend on the distance travelled, the time of day, traffic levels, and more. If you’d rather not leave it to chance, we provide fixed quotes ahead of time so you can book and pay in advance and secure a competitive set fare with no hidden fees.
Whether you’re travelling solo or as a group, we have a suitable Cape Town Airport taxi for you. You can choose between our sedans that accommodate up to 4 passengers, our minivans for up to 7, and our spacious minibuses for groups of up to 12.
For instance, the 20-minute drive in a sedan taxi from Cape Town Airport to the city centre costs €25 (ZAR 495) during the day and €30 (ZAR 595) at night. Whereas you’ll pay €35 (ZAR 693) and €42 (ZAR 832) respectively for a minivan, and €65 (ZAR 1,287) and €78 (ZAR 1,545) for a minibus.
Alternatively, you can book a taxi to popular destinations such as Stellenbosch. A transfer in a sedan will cost €31 (ZAR 614) during the day and €37.20 (ZAR 737) at night, whilst you’ll pay €55 (ZAR 1,089) and €66 (ZAR 1,307) for a minivan. Lastly, a minibus is priced at €90 (ZAR 1,782) and €108 (ZAR 2,139).
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Where to get a taxi at Cape Town Airport?
You’ll find Cape Town Airport’s taxi rank in front of the Central Terminal. You should only use the official taxis in the ranks, marked ‘Authorised Airport Taxis’. All you have to do is head to the transport kiosks or domestic arrivals desk in the Central Terminal Building and request a taxi. Just keep in mind that waiting times may be significantly longer if you’re travelling during peak season.
To avoid the queues and hop straight into a pre-selected vehicle, we recommend pre-booking your airport taxi in Cape Town with a trusted transfer provider. That way, you can secure a safe and speedy experience straight from the airport curb to your hotel’s doorstep.
Useful tips for getting a taxi from Cape Town Airport
- Taxis at Cape Town Airport calculate fares using a taximeter, based on the distance travelled and time of day.
- Always make sure the driver resets the taximeter before you begin your trip.
- At the airport, you should only use the authorised airport taxis or private transfer companies with a good reputation.
- Shuttle vans or minivan taxis are another form of ‘taxi’ service in South Africa. However, these are considered unsafe and we do not recommend taking one.
- When choosing a Cape Town Airport taxi, safety should be your priority. Taxi drivers don’t have the best reputation in terms of road safety and they are also known to overcharge customers. For this reason, most travellers opt for private transfer companies that offer fixed prices and reliable service.
- Tipping isn’t expected but you can round up the fare if the service was great, it will definitely be appreciated.
- Your airport taxi in Cape Town may accept card payments. However, it’s more common to find that they do not. For this reason, it’s best to have some cash handy in the local currency (ZAR).
- Some taxi drivers may speak English, but this is never guaranteed. We recommend writing down the address of your hotel or accommodation to avoid any issues.
- Using Google Maps to check your driver is taking the right route is a good way to avoid being overcharged.
- If you think you have been scammed or overcharged, keep your receipt and write down the taxi driver’s name, ID number and the number of your taxi. You can then contact the taxi company or the local police to file a complaint.
A Cape Town Airport taxi to your hotel
The thought of arriving in a new city can be daunting and even more so when the airport has limited public transport options, like in Cape Town. But not to worry, we understand the struggle of wanting to get to your hotel as quickly and painlessly as possible. And our services are designed for exactly that.
By pre-booking your personalised Cape Town Airport taxi with us, you can wave goodbye to the chaos and confusion at the airport, and say hello to a seamless journey straight from the airport to your hotel. Plus, you get access to a trained English-speaking driver, 24/7 customer support, and plenty of travel extras.