Travelling from Porto Airport (OPO) to Praia Airport (RAI): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Porto Airport to Praia Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 55 minutes.
Praia is one hour behind Porto and is in the UTC-1 timezone.
Every week, there are four Porto Airport to Praia Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your OPO to RAI flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Praia (and then seeing more of Cape Verde!) is easy with TAP Air Portugal. This popular carrier has direct flights from Porto Airport to Praia Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with TAP Air Portugal on this route.
With 71.43% of services landing on schedule, easyJet is the most punctual carrier offering OPO to RAI flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Porto Airport to Praia Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between OPO and RAI:
Mohammed V Airport
Luxembourg Airport
Amilcar Cabral International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Praia Airport (RAI)
Rs22,564 is currently the best price for a one-way Porto Airport to Praia Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs45,128. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from OPO to RAI if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Porto Airport to Praia Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from OPO to RAI.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Porto Airport to Praia Airport.
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
Of all flights departing from Porto Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Porto Airport from central Porto, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near OPO? If you're boarding an early flight from Porto Airport to Praia Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Praia Airport (RAI)
If you're coming in on a late Porto Airport to Praia Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near RAI:
Begin 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.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Praia Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Praia Airport (RAI) to central Praia
From Praia Airport, Praia is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Praia Airport (RAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Porto Airport to Praia Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Praia based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Porto Airport to Praia Airport for October if you'd like to explore Praia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from OPO to RAI in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of Cape Verde
You've seen Praia, now it's time to explore other corners of Cape Verde. Journey around 274 kilometres north-west to Mindelo to check off its top attractions. From Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande to Praia da Laginha and Ponta Joao Ribeiro, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 193 kilometres north of Praia, Santa Maria is another essential stop in Cape Verde. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Ponta Preta Beach, Kite Beach Coastline and Praia de Santa Maria.