Flying from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
Praia is two hours behind Málaga and follows the UTC-1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your AGP to RAI flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Malaga Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Luxembourg Airport is a popular stopover on the AGP to RAI route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Rs64,506 is the best price for a one-way Malaga Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs130,685. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from AGP to RAI, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Malaga Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Malaga Airport (AGP)
Of the departures from Malaga Airport, 72.02% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Málaga to Malaga Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Malaga Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to AGP:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
If you're arriving on a late Malaga Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near RAI:
Fast-track 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 experience the lesser-explored corners of Praia and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Nelson Mandela International Airport around two weeks in advance 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 Malaga Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Praia based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Malaga Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Praia, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 30ºC.
March has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AGP to RAI sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Cape Verde
Praia is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Cape Verde just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Praia, a visit to Mindelo will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Praça PMI-PE, Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons.
If you want to check out another side of Cape Verde, head for Santa Maria, about 193 kilometres north of Praia. Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse are highlights.