Travelling from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Praia is UTC-1, which is one hour behind Tenerife.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your TFS to RAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
At the moment, R 2,897 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tenerife South Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 6,020. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from TFS to RAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Tenerife South Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport.
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Handy information about Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
64.91% of flights departing from Tenerife South Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Tenerife to Tenerife South Airport is approximately 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near TFS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tenerife South Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Tenerife South Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RAI instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Nelson Mandela International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 or Alucar and explore beyond Praia's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Nelson Mandela International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
Nelson Mandela International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Praia. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Tenerife South Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Praia based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Tenerife South Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport for October if you'd like to go to Praia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
March sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TFS to RAI sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cape Verde
Mindelo is just one of the many cities in Cape Verde waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Praia. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Praça PMI-PE, Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons.
Santa Maria is another well-known destination in Cape Verde and is around 193 kilometres north of Praia. No trip is complete without visiting Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse.