Cape Town International Airport FAQ

Cape Town International Airport in Cape Town, South Africa, uses ICAO code FACT and IATA code CPT. It sits in Africa at 151 ft elevation.

At 10,502 ft, the 10,502 ft runway accommodates ultra long range jets and below. Final clearance depends on actual takeoff weight, temperature, and obstacles — longer runway doesn't guarantee every heavy variant in every condition.

Cape Town International Airport hosts 2 FBOs, including ExecuJet and National Airways Corporation. Across them, 1 have VIP lounges; customs and border-protection are available.

Yes. Cape Town International Airport provides customs and border-protection clearance on field, so international charter flights can clear directly without transiting another airport.

Cape Town International Airport operates 24/7. Key facilities: 24/7 Operations, South African Customs, VIP Terminal, Fuel: Jet-A1, Ground Handling, Crew Visa Assistance.

Common private jet routes from Cape Town International Airport include: Cape Town to Johannesburg (FAOR); Cape Town to London Farnborough (EGLF); Cape Town to Dubai (OMDW); Cape Town to Le Bourget (LFPB). These reflect real-world private aviation traffic patterns — and are among the most frequent empty-leg corridors.

Around Cape Town, key destinations include: Table Mountain, V&A Waterfront, Cape Winelands, Cape Point. VOLO's concierge team can coordinate ground transport, hotels, and private tours alongside your charter.