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Flight deals to Praia

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Praia Airport? If you want to travel to Praia Airport next month, return fares start from R 23,441. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Praia.R 9,468 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Praia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,468, select.

Praia.R 9,830 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Praia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,830, select.

Praia.R 10,438 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Praia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,438, select.

Praia.R 10,895 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Praia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,895, select.

Praia.R 11,951 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Praia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,951, select.

Praia.R 13,364 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec.One-way flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Praia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,364, select.

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Airports near Praia

Compare routes to Praia below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier.

Praia

1km from central Praia

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines offer direct flights to Praia?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Praia. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 17,042.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Praia?

The cheapest month to fly to Praia is usually September.

How can I find the best flight deal to Praia?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Praia but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Praia Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between South Africa and Praia Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Praia?

The best price we found for a return flight to Praia is R 17,042. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Praia Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Praia Airport is Thursday, 24 September 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Praia?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Praia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Praia with?

Currently, TAAG Angola Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Praia.

Flying to Praia

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 9,409
Cheapest month to fly	October

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How to find cheap flights to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

Currently, R 9,409 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to RAI for R 17,042.
Stay updated on fares by setting up a Price Alert. The moment prices on tickets to RAI drop, you'll be notified.
Lock in a bargain on tickets to Praia, where Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport is located, by booking as early as possible. You're more likely to secure a great deal and have a wider range of flights to choose from.
Select 'Add nearby airports' when searching to increase your chances of securing cheap flights to Praia. Doing this will give you more options for where to start and end your journey, along with different fares.
Think about taking a flight with a stop, as indirect routes are often cheaper. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport.

Best time to go to Praia

The cheapest month to board a flight to Praia is typically May.
To find the cheapest month or even day for flights to RAI, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
Head to Praia in January if you want to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to RAI, but also when tickets can be more expensive.
The quietest time of the year to go is December. Book your plane tickets to Praia then and take in the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
With averages of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF), October is when Praia is warmest. Plan your visit around your preferred weather conditions to make the most of your trip.
Temperatures are at their lowest in March, when they range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Hoping for a clearer forecast? January is the driest month in Praia.
Rain is more likely in September, which gets around seven days of wet weather.

Travelling to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): What you need to know

Offering direct flights to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport, these top airlines make travelling to Praia nice and easy:
Think about booking your RAI plane ticket with Transavia France. It's the leader in on-time performance, with up to 67% of flights to this hub arriving when expected.
The local timezone at RAI is UTC-1.
Be curled up in bed shortly after your flight to RAI. Choose any of these stays close to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport and you'll be catching z's in no time:
Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport has an on-time performance of 66%. This figure is a snapshot of how reliably flights from RAI touch down when expected.
Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport is located in Praia, Praia, Cape Verde.

Getting to central Praia from Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

The distance from RAI to central Praia is about 3 kilometres.
Once you've touched down from your flight to RAI, driving to the centre will take around 10 minutes.
The ride on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Praia is packed with options for a great night's sleep. Here's a roundup of comfortable hotels to put on your short list:

Praia highlights

Put these leading sights high on your must-visit list after hopping off your flight to Praia:
- Prainha Beach: A classic spot to start your sightseeing, this landmark is located around 2 kilometres south of the city centre.
- Casa da Arte: Take a tour of this landmark next. About 0.32 kilometres north of the city centre, it's worth checking out to get the full Praia experience.

How to get to Cova Figueira from Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

Headed for the nearby city of Cova Figueira? It's about 88 kilometres from RAI.

Travelling from Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is around 23 kilometres from Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport if your trip takes you in that direction.
It'll take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so to drive to Santa Cruz.

Explore more of Cape Verde

Up for more adventures? Mindelo is an essential stop in Cape Verde. It's about 274 kilometres northwest of Praia and features Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande, Praia da Laginha and Ponta Joao Ribeiro.
Another city in Cape Verde that belongs on your itinerary is Santa Maria. From Praia, it's around 193 kilometres north and offers top sights like Ponta Preta Beach and Kite Beach Coastline. Make time for Praia de Santa Maria too.