Travellers Urged to Check Flight Details After Operations Resume
Travellers are being urged to check their flight details after a fire temporarily disrupted operations at Cape Town International Airport.
On Tuesday, a fire broke out in the Northern Service Yard along the international inner lane on the landside of the airport. Emergency crews responded swiftly and managed to extinguish the blaze. However, smoke spread to sections of the international terminal, prompting a precautionary evacuation.
Airport officials confirmed that all passengers, staff and visitors were evacuated safely and calmly, with no injuries reported.
Cape Town International Airport confirmed that the fire occurred on the landside of the airport and emphasised that passenger safety remains its highest priority.
“We understand that this incident may have caused concern, and we urge all passengers and visitors to follow security instructions and proceed to designated places of safety as directed by airport personnel.”
While power has now been fully restored, the knock-on effects of the incident are still being felt. The fire affected network and IT services, including airport Wi Fi and other essential systems.
As a precautionary measure, international departures were temporarily suspended, and several incoming international flights were diverted. International flights that had already landed continued to be processed.
International departures have since resumed, but delays and schedule changes are expected following the earlier suspension. Passengers travelling internationally are advised to confirm updated departure and arrival times directly with their airlines.
Domestic flights also experienced minor disruptions due to temporary system outages. Although operations are stabilising, some delays may persist as technical teams continue working to restore and secure network and IT systems.
Passengers travelling on domestic departures or arriving on domestic flights are encouraged to check directly with their airlines and the ACSA Mobile App for the latest flight information. Further updates will be provided as verified information becomes available.
Airport management has thanked travellers and airline partners for their patience and cooperation, while also praising emergency response teams for their swift and effective action in containing the fire.