Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
Sal is one hour behind London and observes the UTC-1 timezone.
Take your pick of five weekly London Gatwick Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport flights. The 08:55 departure with TUI is the earliest flight available. TUI operates the last service of the day at 14:20.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your LGW to SID flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Sal (and then exploring more of Cape Verde!) is a snap with easyJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is easyJet.
With a reliable 84.0% of services landing on schedule, TUI is the most punctual carrier offering LGW to SID flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and SID:
Lisbon Airport
Porto Airport
Boa Vista Island Rabil Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport flight is 127 €. A return fare right now is 195 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LGW to SID, reserve your trip 11 months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LGW to SID by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
82% of flights departing from London Gatwick Airport land at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from LGW.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
If you're coming in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near SID:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Amilcar Cabral International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from mm rent a car to explore parts of Sal that most tourists miss.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your vehicle from Amilcar Cabral International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your date of travel.
When to fly to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Sal based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Explore more of Cape Verde
Praia is just one of the many places in Cape Verde waiting to be explored after you've seen Sal. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Prainha Beach, Praia de Gamboa Beach and Casa da Arte.
If you're looking to explore another side of Cape Verde, consider Mindelo, about 145 kilometres north-west of Sal. Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande, Praia da Laginha and Ponta Joao Ribeiro are among the biggest draws.

