Having access to comfortable, accessible prayer facilities can make your journey smoother and more meaningful. Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) provides dedicated prayer spaces at major South African airports, ensuring travellers can observe their faith with ease while on the move.
Prayer facilities are located at the following South African Airports: Cape Town International Airport, King Shaka International Airport, O.R. Tambo International Airport, and Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport.
Here are some of the facilities available:
Cape Town International Airport
Type of facilities: Muslim Prayer Facility (Jamat Khana) and Multi-Faith Prayer Room
Location: Both facilities are located at Parkade 2, Ground Floor, next to the South African Police Service (SAPS) station.
The Jamat Khana, opened in 2010, is an ACSA-owned facility that operates 24 hours a day. The facility accommodates both male and female worshippers, with ablution facilities for both. Friday (Jumuah) prayers are held in congregation and led by ACSA’s Imam, typically from 12:45pm to 1:45pm. Due to high attendance on Fridays, travellers are urged to arrive early. During Ramadan, dates are made available so fasting worshippers can break their fast in the evening.
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Type of facilities: Muslim Prayer Room and a Christian (Chapel) Prayer Room
Location: Parkade 1, Level 1 (International Arrivals Parking)
King Shaka International Airport
Type of facilities: Muslim Prayer Facility and Non-Denominational Prayer Facility
Locations: Muslim Prayer Facility: International Arrivals Hall (opposite the ATMs) Non-Denominational Prayer Facility: Terminal Operations Centre (Level 3), in the terminal building where Passenger Service, AMC, and IT are located.
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport
Type of Facility: Muslim Prayer Room and Interdenominational Prayer Room
Location: Both facilities are located on the 1st floor, close to Wimpy Restaurant.
Other ACSA Airports
Due to the size of their facilities, Upington, Kimberley, and Bram Fischer airports do not have dedicated prayer facilities. Passenger movement at these airports is typically very quick, with minimal waiting periods.
A prayer facility is being considered for inclusion at George Airport as part of the terminal expansion project. At King Phalo Airport, passengers who need a quiet space for prayer are currently accommodated in the VIP lounge. Prayer facilities at King Phalo airport are part of the departure terminal projects currently underway, with completion expected in April 2027.
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