Flying from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Porto Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
Porto's timezone is UTC+0, making Porto one hour ahead of Sal.
Choose from four weekly Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Porto Airport flights. The 09:35 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight available. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 17:50.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SID to OPO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
EasyJet is your gateway to exploring Porto (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Portugal!). Browse the direct flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Porto Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier that operates SID to OPO flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Porto Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SID and OPO:
Manchester Airport
Gran Canaria Airport
Luxembourg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to Porto Airport (OPO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Porto Airport flight is R 1,550. A return ticket is currently R 3,080. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SID to OPO if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Porto Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SID to OPO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Porto Airport.
Handy information about Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
Of all flights leaving Amilcar Cabral International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Sal to Amilcar Cabral International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Porto Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SID:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
Reserve a hotel near OPO if you have a late Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Porto Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Porto Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Drive & Go and find adventure across Porto and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Porto Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
The quietest month for a flight from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Porto Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Porto based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Amilcar Cabral International Airport to Porto Airport for August if you'd like to visit Porto during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SID to OPO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Portugal just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres south of Porto, a trip to Lisbon will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Pasteis de Belém, belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Around 274 kilometres south of Porto, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.