Travelling from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Luxembourg Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
Sal is two hours behind Luxembourg and follows the UTC-1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your LUX to SID flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Luxair has direct flights from Luxembourg Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Sal — and maybe even more of Cape Verde if time allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Luxair.
Among carriers operating LUX to SID flights, Luxair has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Luxembourg Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LUX and SID include:
Lisbon Airport
Sao Vicente Airport
Boa Vista Island Rabil Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
Currently, 135 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Luxembourg Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 239 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book four months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LUX to SID.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Luxembourg Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Finding cheap flights from LUX to SID is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Luxembourg Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
Handy information about Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
72% of flights departing from Luxembourg Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Luxembourg Airport from central Luxembourg, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near LUX. Whether you have an early flight from Luxembourg Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
Consider booking a hotel near SID if you have a late Luxembourg Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Drive into your next adventure 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.
Reserve your ride from Amilcar Cabral International Airport a few weeks before your departure to lock in the best possible deal. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to central Sal
From Amilcar Cabral International Airport, Sal is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
December is the most popular month for flights from Luxembourg Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Sal in March.
Explore more of Cape Verde
Sal has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Cape Verde just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-east of Sal, a trip to Praia will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Prainha Beach, Praia de Gamboa Beach and Casa da Arte.
Around 145 kilometres north-west of Sal, Mindelo is another favourite stop in Cape Verde. No visit is complete without checking out Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande, Praia da Laginha and Ponta Joao Ribeiro.