Flying from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport is 55 minutes.
Every week, there are 23 Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, jump on the 09:00 TACV flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 20:00 with Air Senegal.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SID to RAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air Senegal is your gateway to discovering Praia (and maybe even some other great corners of Cape Verde!). Check out the direct flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Senegal.
TACV is the most punctual carrier offering SID to RAI flights.
If you want to check out a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Luxembourg Airport is a popular stop between SID and RAI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Right now, 54 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 109 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SID to RAI.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SID to RAI.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
Of the departures from Amilcar Cabral International Airport, 70.59% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Consider booking a hotel close to RAI if you're catching a late Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Nelson Mandela International Airport rental car and discover Praia and beyond with your own wheels. Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 and Alucar are top outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Nelson Mandela International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
Nelson Mandela International Airport to central Praia has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Praia in April.
The warmest month in Praia is October, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
March has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SID to RAI around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cape Verde
Mindelo is just one of the many places in Cape Verde waiting to be explored once you've seen Praia. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Praça PMI-PE, Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons.
If you're eager to discover another side of Cape Verde, consider Santa Maria, about 193 kilometres north of Praia. Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse are the start of reasons to visit.