Richards Bay Airport – RCB Richards Bay
Indiza Airport Management is the managing body of Richards Bay, South Africa’s Richards Bay Airport, or RCB – its airport code. Owned by the local municipality of UMhlathuze, it is where Alton Aero Engineering, an aviation maintenance company. RCB – Richards Bay Airport conducts flights in and out of the city through South African Airlink airlines with Embraer E170. This is bound to and from Johannesburg – OR Tambo in Kemprton Park, Gauteng in South Africa as well.
Best Time to Visit
Richards Bay Airport (RCB) was about to undergo a major upgrade that would make it an international airport in 2011. However, the project was put on hold as it encountered issues with the local township of Mandlanzi since the area of expansion covers its residential area. The runway measures 1,300 meters, and its above mean seal level elevation is 109 feet. St. Lucia is the nearest city from Richards Bay Airport where tourists can experience the wildlife through Eurozulu Guided Tours and Safaris, Crocodile Center St. Lucia and Fannas Hippo and Crocodile Tours.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Touring around the city after arriving at Richards Bay Airport can drain out the tourists’ energy and regaining their strength by relaxing at nearby hotels can be very convenient. 9 minutes from the airport is Road Lodge Richards Bay which is also near Akanstrand Beach. Premiere Hotel The Richards is around 15 minutes away from the public airport and is also a few minutes away from Richards Bay Game Reserve. You can book a stay at the Woodpecker Inn or the Aristo Manor.
Serving the same province served by RCB Airport, Kwazulu – Natal, is Hluhluwe Airport (HLW) which is located at the town of Hluhluwe.
On this page it is easy to search for Richards Bay, South Africa airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Richards Bay, South Africa (RCB) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the RCB airport.
Most of these RCB
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Richards Bay, South Africa
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Map of Richards Bay, South Africa Hotels
View all Richards Bay, South Africa (RCB) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Richards Bay, South Africa (RCB) location map.
Weather Forecast for Richards Bay, South Africa (RCB)
If you planning to travel to Richards Bay, South Africa (RCB), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 4:24 AM.
The temperature feels like 77.19999999999999 with a humidity level of 74 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 17 percent with visibility at 15 percent.
Today’s UV index is 0, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling south-southwest at a speed of 10 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 3:07 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
5/17
Few clouds
76°F
High: 75°F
Low: 68°F
Precipitation: 20%
Saturday
5/18
Scattered clouds
72°F
High: 77°F
Low: 62°F
Precipitation: 20%
Sunday
5/19
Few clouds
71°F
High: 81°F
Low: 66°F
Precipitation: 0%
Monday
5/20
Clear Sky
73°F
High: 83°F
Low: 65°F
Precipitation: 0%
Tuesday
5/21
Clear Sky
72°F
High: 81°F
Low: 65°F
Precipitation: 0%
Wednesday
5/22
Clear Sky
71°F
High: 84°F
Low: 61°F
Precipitation: 20%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Richards Bay, South Africa RCB airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free RCB airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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