Skip the taxi lines and hand your arrival to a vetted driver who meets you at Cape Town International. This practical guide explains what to expect from a door-to-door airport shuttle — timing, meeting points, and local tips to get you moving quickly.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the jetbridge into Cape Town's warm air and the silhouette of Table Mountain pins the sky — your driver waits with a clean sedan and a name card, ready to steer you through the city's shifting light.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
20–50 minutes
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion; suitable for all fitness levels
Wildlife
History
Cape Town began as a refreshment station for the Dutch East India Company in the 1600s; its port and suburbs grew around trade, migration, and industrial change.
Conservation
Cape Town faces water sensitivity and biodiversity concerns; travelers should minimize water use and stick to marked paths in natural areas to reduce erosion and disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Capetown Airport Shuttle Car Service today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Confirm flight details
Provide your airline and flight number at booking so the driver can monitor delays and adjust pickup time.
Travel with local currency and card
Have a small amount of rand and a working card for tolls, tips, or quick purchases on arrival.
Plan around peak traffic
Avoid morning (07:00–09:30) and late-afternoon (16:00–18:30) peak if you have tight connections — journeys can extend by 20–40 minutes.
Confirm pickup location
Agree on an arrivals hall meeting point or pickup bay; international terminals have set zones where drivers can wait.
Passport and booking confirmation
Necessary for meeting the driver and completing the transfer without delays.
Phone and charger/power bank
Keeps you reachable for driver updates and navigation on arrival.
Small luggage lock
Adds security when loading or briefly leaving bags with the driver.
Light jacket or windbreaker
Cape Town can be windy and cool, especially in winter evenings.
winter