Welkom in Kaapstad

Final destination: Cape Town International Airport CPT

Flight duration: 11 h 30 min

Air distance: 9,250 km

Culinary specialities

Bobotie
Bobotie is a spicy minced meat casserole baked with a layer of egg. Originally introduced by Malay slaves, it became a staple of Cape Cuisine and represents its multicultural influences.

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Did you know?

Cape Town International Airport is South Africa's second-largest airport and is known for its modern terminals and its location with views of Table Mountain. The airport has been awarded Best Airport in Africa multiple times and offers passengers many local specialities, including South African wine and biltong. It only takes 20 minutes to reach Cape Town city centre from the airport.

Places of interest

The striking Table Mountain is Cape Town's most famous landmark, offering spectacular views over the city, coastline and Atlantic Ocean from its flat summit – particularly impressive at sunset or during the cable car ride.

A popular meeting point for locals and visitors alike is the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, a vibrant harbour district with restaurants, shops, museums, and regular entertainment programmes – a place to leisurely stroll, dine, and enjoy views of the harbour and Table Mountain.

Not far away is the Cape of Good Hope, known for its dramatic nature, steep cliffs and wild animals – a symbol of discovery and one of the African continent's most distinctive destinations.

Boulders Beach is located very close by, where a colony of African penguins has settled. The animals waddle here between rocks, sandy beaches and wooden walkways – a unique experience that is particularly popular with families.

At the foot of Table Mountain lies the magnificent Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the world. Here, an impressive variety of indigenous plants grows, set within a stunning landscape featuring walking paths, sculptures, and picnic lawns.

Useless knowledge

• In Cape Town, you can watch penguins sunbathing – and yes, they live there voluntarily! Especially at Boulders Beach, they enjoy beach life alongside tourists.
• The „Cape Doctor“, a strong southeasterly wind, regularly messes up Cape Town's hairstyles – but in return, it also keeps the air fresh and clean. Handy, isn't it?
• A single ostrich feather in a hat used to be a sign of true style. Cape Town became the centre of „feather fashion“ – and somewhere, there’s probably still a grandfather with a feather in his wardrobe.