Airports in South Africa

Airports serve as the gateways that connect South Africa to destinations across the country and around the world. From major international hubs to smaller regional airports, these facilities play a vital role in tourism, business travel, and domestic connectivity. Airports provide essential services for passengers, including airlines, car rentals, restaurants, shops, and transport connections to nearby cities and attractions. Whether you are planning a holiday, arranging a pickup, or looking for flight information, knowing the details of nearby airports can make travel much easier. Browse the airports listed below for locations, contact information, and helpful details for travellers across South Africa.

Aggeneys Airport
Location: Aggeneys, Northern Cape
Public airport serving the small mining town and rural communities; generally used for charter and private flights.

Bram Fischer International Airport
Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
Combined civil and military airport serving the Free State capital, with scheduled domestic services and strategic connections.
More information: www.airports.co.za/airports/bram-fischer-international-airport

Cape Town International Airport
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
The main gateway to South Africa's southwest, serving both tourist and business travellers; one of the busiest international airports in Africa.
More information: www.airports.co.za/airports/cape-town-international-airport

Kimberley Airport
Location: Kimberley, Northern Cape
Commercial airport for the Northern Cape capital, offering domestic services and year‑round connections.
More information: www.airports.co.za/airports/kimberley-airport

King Phalo Airport
Location: East London, Eastern Cape
Regional airport serving the city and surrounding areas; a key link in local travel with regular domestic flights and cargo connections.
More information: www.airports.co.za/airports/King-Phalo-airport

King Shaka International Airport
Location: Durban, KwaZulu‑Natal
A modern international airport serving Durban and surrounding coastal regions, offering a mix of long‑haul, regional and domestic flights.
More information: www.airports.co.za/airports/king-shaka-international-airport

Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
Key airport for access to Kruger National Park and the Lowveld, with scheduled domestic flights.
More information: www.kmiairport.co.za

Margate Airport
Location: Margate, KwaZulu‑Natal
Small public airport providing limited scheduled flights (often to Johannesburg), plus charter and scenic flights along the South Coast.
More information: www.flymargate.com

Mossel Bay Airport
Location: Mossel Bay, Western Cape
Municipal‑operated airfield used mainly for general aviation and light aircraft; no major commercial airline service but important for local access and flight training.
More information: www.mosselbayaero.com

O. R. Tambo International Airport
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
South Africa's primary aviation hub with extensive domestic and international connections, handling the largest passenger and flight volumes in the country.
More information: ortambointernationalairport.co.za

Pietermaritzburg Airport
Location: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu‑Natal
Main scheduled airport serving the city and wider Midlands region, linking to larger hubs.
More information: www.airports.co.za/airports/pietermaritzburg-airport

Pilanesberg International Airport
Location: Sun City, North West
Serves the Pilanesberg and Sun City resort area — useful for leisure travel near major game reserves.
More information: www.airports.co.za/airports/pilanesberg-international-airport

Richards Bay Airport
Location: Richards Bay, KwaZulu‑Natal
Regional airport serving the coastal town with mainly domestic services and private aviation; managed independently of the main ACSA network.
More information: www.richardsbayairport.co.za

Upington Airport
Location: Upington, Northern Cape
Regional airport with a long runway capable of handling large aircraft; historically important for cargo and charter operations.
More information: www.airports.co.za/airports/upington-international-airport





Questions after the interview:

At the end of an interview there is usually an opportunity where you can ask any questions you might have. This is a great opportunity to show the interviewer that you are interested in the position as well as the company. It is a good idea to prepare a few questions before the interview – this can be done while you are doing research on the company.

Your questions should show the interviewer that you are a good candidate for the position. Try and avoid questions that are based on your personal needs and preferences, for instance:

- How much leave will I get in a year?
- Will I be considered for promotion in my first year?
- When will I get an increase?
- What time can I leave in the afternoon?

These questions are inappropriate at this stage and will probably raise concerns on the side of the interviewer. Should you be the successful candidate then all these questions will be answered in your letter of appointment so don’t waste this opportunity by asking these basic questions.

If the position is an entry level job or very junior then you are welcome to ask questions in line with the position, for instance:

- Why did the previous person leave the position?
- What would the successful person be tasked to do in a typical day?
- How does this position fit into the department and / or company?
- Could you explain the company structure to me?
- Is there any further education assistance or support?

If the position is more senior then you can prepare question around the following themes:

- current issues that will face the successful candidate;
- inter-personal challenges in the department;
- any process, technology or people challenges that needs to be attended to urgently;
- key result areas that need urgent attention in the first few months;

The above information should get you started. Prepare a few questions so that you can show your worth. Good luck with your interview!


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