Flying from London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): What you need to know
Praia is one hour behind London. Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport is located in Praia, which operates on the UTC-1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from London to RAI.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you'd like to visit a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from London to RAI.
Located around 24 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
78% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and RAI include:
Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to RAI flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving as expected.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to London Stansted Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
STN has a stellar on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on course and touch down as expected.
About Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Reserve a hotel close to RAI if you have a late flight from London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport flight.
Getting from Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
The centre of Praia is around 3 kilometres from Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport is Rs42,981. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs87,908. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to RAI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI). January is the busiest month to visit Praia. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in December.
When booking your London to RAI plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. October is the warmest month in Praia, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport in March when temperatures are between 19ºC and 26ºC.
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Start your Praia trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Praia Nelson Mandela International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
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