Mthatha travel guide
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You're Going to Love Mthatha
With a population of 78,663, Mthatha is a must-see destination in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mthatha to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Mthatha
How to Get to Mthatha
Plane
When flying to Mthatha, you’ll arrive at Mthatha Umtata (UTT), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Mthatha from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 37h 45m.
Car
Another option to get to Mthatha is to pick up a car hire from Durban, which is about 179 miles from Mthatha. You’ll find branches of Woodford and Firefly, among others, in Durban.
Airports near Mthatha
Airlines serving Mthatha
Where to stay in popular areas of Mthatha
Hiring a car in Mthatha
Hiring a car in Mthatha costs £26 per day, on average.
Expect to pay £1.25 per litre in Mthatha (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £14.89 and £19.85. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mthatha, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.