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Most of the major airports in South Africa are owned by the Airports Company of South Africa, with the exception of Lanseria International Airport, which is privately owned.
Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)
Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) is located in Bloemfontein, the capital city of the Free State province in South Africa.
This airport serves as a primary hub for both domestic and international flights, as well as cargo services.
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the primary international airport serving the popular tourist destination of Cape Town.
It is located 20km from the city centre in the Matroosfontein district and is the second-busiest airport in South Africa and the fourth-busiest in Africa.
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ)
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ), is located in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.
Lieutenant Colonel Allister Mackintosh Miller made the first flight to Port Elizabeth, in 1917; when the journey from Cape Town was considered a long distance flight.
George Airport (GRJ)
George Airport (GRJ) is situated in George, Western Cape.
It serves as a key airport for the popular Garden Route, between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, a renowned holiday destination known for its scenic beauty and affluent residents.
Grand Central Airport (GCJ)
Grand Central Airport (GCJ) is located in Midrand, South Africa, which is situated halfway between Johannesburg and Pretoria.
This airport is privately owned and is open to public air traffic, primarily serving general aviation and charter flights.
Kimberley Airport (KIM)
Kimberley Airport (KIM) lies at the heart of the Northern Cape in a town famous for the Big Hole carved into the earth by early diamond prospectors.
Established in 1912, the airport is located about 6.5km from Kimberley city centre and primarily operates domestic flights to Cape Town and Johannesburg.
King Phalo Airport (ELS)
King Phalo Airport (ELS) is located in East London, a city in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.
The airport was formerly known as East London Airport until it was renamed on February 23, 2021.
King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
King Shaka International Airport (DUR) is the primary international airport serving Durban.
It is situated in La Mercy, KwaZulu-Natal, approximately 35km north of Durban's city centre.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is a privately owned airport located north-west of Johannesburg.
It serves as an alternative to the busier OR Tambo International Airport, aiming to alleviate traffic congestion in the region.
O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Located in Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the busiest airport in Africa.
It has consistently ranked as the top airport in terms of passenger traffic, serving as a major gateway between Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.
Upington International Airport (UTN)
Upington International Airport (UTN) is located in Upington, Northern Cape.
The airport has three runways, the primary one measuring 4,900 metres; making it the longest civilian runway in the Southern Hemisphere.
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Despite facing challenges in recent years, South African Airways remains a significant player in the African aviation market.
It operates from Johannesburg and Cape Town, offering services to numerous international destinations.
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