Flying from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Praia Airport (RAI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport is 4 hours 20 minutes.
Praia's timezone is UTC-1, making Praia one hour behind Lisbon.
You can take your pick of 16 weekly Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LIS to RAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
With direct flights from Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Praia (and then other destinations in Cape Verde) is a snap. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is TAP Air Portugal.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier offering LIS to RAI flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LIS and RAI include:
Mohammed V Airport
Ponta Delgada Airport
Amilcar Cabral International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Praia Airport (RAI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport flight is Rs25,842. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs51,721. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LIS to RAI if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LIS to RAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Of the departures from Lisbon Airport, 56% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LIS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Praia Airport (RAI)
If you're getting in on a late Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near RAI:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Praia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 or Alucar and explore beyond Praia's main sights.
Booking your ride from Praia Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Praia Airport (RAI)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Praia. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Praia is October, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from LIS to RAI in March if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of Cape Verde
You've done Praia, now it's time to explore more of Cape Verde. Journey about 274 kilometres north-west to Mindelo to tick off its leading sights. From Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande to Praia da Laginha and Ponta Joao Ribeiro, your itinerary will be busy.
Santa Maria is another essential stop in Cape Verde and is around 193 kilometres north of Praia. No journey is complete without experiencing Ponta Preta Beach, Kite Beach Coastline and Praia de Santa Maria.