Get Virtual Phone Numbers in the Mother City
Only $2.95 per month *
Connect with the vibrant heart of South Africa by securing a Cape Town local phone number with prefix 21.
Home to over 4 million people and a melting pot of cultures, Cape Town buzzes with business and artistic flair.
Use any device or software to manage your calls, linking you directly to this dynamic city.
Make and receive calls with your Cape Town phone number
FlyNumber SIP gives your Cape Town number its own credentials for any SIP calling app from the app stores — Zoiper, Groundwire, Linphone and more — or a desk phone.
- Incoming calls included in the number's monthly rate
- Outgoing calls billed per minute, with your Cape Town number as the caller ID
- Up to 5 devices — phone, desktop and desk phone ring together
- Voicemail built in
Features
- Experience Cape Town vibes by forwarding calls from your virtual number to local shops using our call forwarding options.
- Stay connected at the V&A Waterfront by routing calls to your SIP address in the city via our detailed VoIP services.
- Organize a local braai and manage all your virtual numbers from one account, making sure no call to your Cape Town number is missed.
- Capture the rhythm of Cape Town with custom voicemails or greetings saved to the cloud through our cloud phone system.
- Feel the heart of the Mother City in every call with unlimited incoming minutes on your Cape Town virtual number when using VoIP.
Use any device or software
Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.
Prefer to skip third-party providers? FlyNumber SIP gives you your own SIP credentials — register any SIP app or desk phone and make and receive calls with just your FlyNumber.
- Any SIP or VoIP app on iOS or Android
- Mac, PC, or Linux computer
- Desktop office phone
- Any regular phone number (to receive calls)
- 3rd party VoIP solutions
Call like a local, pay like a local
In many cases if you make outgoing calls to a South Africa phone number using a South Africa FlyNumber as the caller-ID the rate is significantly cheaper.
- The rate is sometimes 10x cheaper so if you call a certain country often, it pays to get a FlyNumber from there.
- Anytime you make outgoing calls with FlyNumber (via FlyNumber SIP or the optional phone system) there is a low per minute rate.
- You can make outgoing calls with FlyNumber SIP or from the optional phone system.
- More details on the phone system billing can be found in our docs.
FAQ’s
Can I get SMS on my Cape Town virtual phone number?
Unfortunately Cape Town, ZA numbers do not come with SMS capabilities at the moment. This can change at any time, so follow us on social media for updates. Full list of SMS enabled numbers here.
Can I use a FlyNumber to stay connected with my business contacts in Cape Town, even when I'm not in South Africa?
Absolutely! With FlyNumber, you can choose a virtual phone number based in Cape Town, allowing you to maintain local presence for business. You can forward this number to any landline or mobile worldwide, so whether you’re sipping rooibos in Johannesburg or hiking up Table Mountain, you won’t miss any important calls.
If I run a tour operator business in Cape Town, can I set up a call menu for my clients?
Yes, you can! FlyNumber’s cloud phone system allows you to create a customized call menu — perfect for directing your clients to bookings, customer service, or special tour information. For example, your callers could press 1 for bookings, 2 for inquiries about the Cape Peninsula tour, and 3 for general information. This is a great way to streamline calls and enhance your business operations in a tourist hotspot like Cape Town.
How can FlyNumber help me manage high call volumes during Cape Town’s peak tourist seasons?
Using the FlyNumber PBX system, you can route incoming calls based on the time of day or day of the week, which is perfect for handling the seasonal fluctuations in calls that businesses in Cape Town experience. For instance, during the busy summer months, you can route calls to additional staff members to handle the increased demand, ensuring your visitors always have someone ready to assist them.
Can I use FlyNumber to integrate calls with a VoIP solution like FreePBX for my Cape Town guesthouse?
Absolutely! FlyNumber can send calls to any VoIP solution such as Asterisk, 3CX, or FreePBX. This feature allows you to harness advanced VoIP capabilities, providing a flexible and cost-effective communication system for your guesthouse. Imagine being able to manage bookings and inquiries smoothly, no matter how busy things get during the festive season or Cape Town Jazz Festival.
Will my voicemails and call recordings be secure with FlyNumber, considering the privacy laws in South Africa?
Yes, all your voicemails, greetings, and call recordings are automatically saved to the cloud with high security standards, in compliance with privacy regulations. This means you can operate your business in Cape Disappointment worry-free about data protection, keeping your client communications confidential and secure.
How can FlyNumber help if I want to expand my Cape Town business to other cities or internationally?
With FlyNumber, you can easily manage multiple virtual numbers from your Cape Town base. Whether you're expanding to Durban, stepping into the European market, or branching out to Asia, FlyNumber lets you establish a local presence in new markets without needing physical offices there. This is perfect for businesses looking to tap into new opportunities without the overheads of additional locations.
A genuine Cape Town ZA phone number
In the heart of South Africa's legislative capital, Cape Town's prefix 21 connects you directly to a vibrant hub of culture and commerce.
When dialing, ensure you input the international dialing code +27 followed by 21 to reach this scenic city, framed by the iconic Table Mountain and bustling with over 3.7 million residents.
Other cities you might be interested in
- Nestled between mountains and oceans, it's a hub for tourism and tech innovation.
- Explore vibrant markets and lush vineyards, all reachable with a local FlyNumber.
- Connect your Cape Town business globally; forward calls to any international line.
- Manage your local contacts with ease, using our cloud-based PBX Phone System.
- Stay connected in the Mother City, where creativity meets connectivity.
Unlimited incoming
Answer over the internet and incoming calls are unlimited, included in the Cape Town number's monthly price.
Use FlyNumber SIP with any SIP app or desk phone, or forward to a SIP / VoIP address: your own PBX, a VoIP provider, or an AI voice platform like LiveKit or VAPI.
Forward to any regular phone number
For an additional low per min rate, you can forward the Cape Town FlyNumber calls to any regular phone number in the world.
Use our cloud PBX system (optional) for increased flexibility:
Use cases
Over the years we've seen our FlyNumbers used in a multitude of ways:
- Use the Cape Town number as a 2nd phone line/phone number
- Anonymize your personal mobile phone number
- Separate business and personal calls
- For your "Contact Us" page
- Give friends/family a local phone number to reach you on
- Use the Cape Town, ZA FlyNumber for applications or forms (both online and offline)
Optional Cloud Phone System
Configure your call flow with our intuitive "drag and drop" grid canvas.
Local info you may want to know
Cape Town is a dynamic hub with over 4 million residents, renowned for its vibrant multicultural atmosphere and booming tourism industry. It's the economic powerhouse of the Western Cape, boasting a diverse economy from tech startups to established manufacturing sectors.
Surprisingly, it's also becoming a favorite for film productions, due to its stunning landscapes and cost-effective services. Interested buyers should note the local time zone, SAST (UTC +2), to manage communications effectively.
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*Monthly price for the number includes unlimited incoming minutes when you answer with FlyNumber SIP or VoIP.
Additional rates apply when you forward to a regular phone number or make outgoing calls (via FlyNumber SIP or the optional cloud phone system).