RCB — Richards Bay Airport

RCB is the IATA airport code for Richards Bay Airport, South Africa. Local time zone: Africa/Johannesburg. Below: where it is and how to get into town.

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RCB is the IATA airport code for Richards Bay Airport, South Africa. IATA codes are three-letter identifiers assigned to airports worldwide by the International Air Transport Association — they're what you see on boarding passes, baggage tags, and booking sites. Below: where RCB is, what timezone it operates in, and how to sort your transfer, lounge access, and car rental before you land.

RCB airport at a glance
Fact	Detail
IATA code	RCB
Airport	Richards Bay Airport
Country	South Africa
Coordinates	28.7406° S, 32.0931° E
Timezone	Africa/Johannesburg

Richards Bay Airport is served by RCB in South Africa.

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RCB airport code — common questions

What airport has the code RCB?

RCB is the IATA code for Richards Bay Airport, South Africa. You'll see RCB on boarding passes, baggage tags, and flight-booking sites whenever this airport is the origin or destination.

Where is RCB airport located?

RCB serves Richards Bay Airport, South Africa, at approximately 28.7406° S, 32.0931° E.

How do I get from RCB into the city?

Pre-booked private transfers are the most predictable option — fixed price, driver tracking your flight, no taxi-line haggling. Compare partner quotes for Richards Bay Airport on this page. Ride-hail and licensed taxis are the usual fallback where available.

What timezone is RCB in?

RCB operates on the Africa/Johannesburg timezone. Flight departure boards always show local time.