Traveling from Porto Airport (OPO) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
Praia's timezone is UTC-1, making Praia one hour behind Porto.
Leave plenty of time to catch your OPO to RAI flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Porto Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between OPO and RAI:
Amilcar Cabral International Airport
Luxembourg Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Porto Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight is $53. A return fare right now is $110. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from OPO to RAI, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Porto Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from OPO to RAI.
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Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
74.49% of flights that leave from Porto Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Porto to Porto Airport is approximately 16 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near OPO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Porto Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
If you're coming in on a late Porto Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near RAI:
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.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Nelson Mandela International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
Nelson Mandela International Airport is roughly 5 kilometers from the center 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 Porto 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.
The warmest month in Praia is October, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Porto Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
March has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from OPO to RAI sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cape Verde
Praia has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Cape Verde just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometers north-west of Praia, a trip to Mindelo will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Praça PMI-PE, Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons.
Around 193 kilometers north of Praia, Santa Maria is another favorite stop in Cape Verde. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse.