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South Africa · ZAR (R) · 2026
Flag fall
R20
Per km
R14
Minimum
R40
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Uber safer option. CPT airport to V&A Waterfront ~R200–350. Metered taxis less common.
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Cape Town taxis start with a flag fall of R20 and charge R14 per km. A typical 3 km city trip costs R53–R71. A 10 km trip runs R136–R184. Minimum fare is R40.
Uber safer option. CPT airport to V&A Waterfront ~R200–350. Metered taxis less common.
Taxis in Cape Town, South Africa use ZAR (R). Most drivers prefer cash. Some airport taxis may accept cards.
Use a metered taxi or book via a ride-hailing app. Agree on the price before departure if the taxi is unmetered. Scam warning signs include: broken meter claims, asking for payment upfront, and unusually long routes.
Also useful in South Africa:
Tipping guide for South Africa