Traveling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Praia Airport (RAI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Praia Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Praia is one hour behind Dakar and observes the UTC-1 timezone.
Flights from DSS to RAI start from 09:00 — the earliest with Air Senegal. The last departure is at 19:30 with Air Senegal. Overall, you can take your pick of nine weekly Blaise Diagne International Airport to Praia Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your DSS to RAI flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Praia Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Praia vacation, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Cape Verde:
The majority of travelers choose to fly with ASKY Airlines on this route.
ASKY Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering DSS to RAI flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Praia Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DSS and RAI include:
Mohammed V Airport
Amilcar Cabral International Airport
Bissau Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Praia Airport (RAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Praia Airport flight is $271. A return plane ticket is currently $472. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from DSS to RAI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Praia Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DSS to RAI by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Praia Airport.
Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
76% of flights taking off from Blaise Diagne International Airport land at their destination on time.
Blaise Diagne International Airport is about 48 kilometers from central Dakar. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to DSS? If you're catching an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Praia Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Praia Airport (RAI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Blaise Diagne International Airport to Praia Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RAI instead:
Pick up a Praia Airport rental car and explore Praia and beyond with your own wheels. Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 and Alucar are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Praia Airport about two weeks before traveling.
When to fly to Praia Airport (RAI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Praia Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Praia in March.
The warmest month in Praia is October, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Praia Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DSS to RAI in March. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Cape Verde
Praia has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Cape Verde you'll want to see. About 274 kilometers north-west of Praia, a trip to Mindelo will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande, Praia da Laginha and Ponta Joao Ribeiro.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Cape Verde, consider Santa Maria, roughly 193 kilometers north of Praia. Ponta Preta Beach, Kite Beach Coastline and Praia de Santa Maria are among the biggest draws.




