How to find cheap flights to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Right now, $1,021 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to RAI for $3,032.
Book when it's best with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to RAI goes up or down.
To pick up cheap tickets to Praia, where Nelson Mandela International Airport is located, book six months in advance. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best deals.
Click on the 'Add nearby airports' filter and broaden your search for cheap flights to Praia. This will show you all the airports around your departure and arrival points.
If you're not in a hurry to get to Praia, consider taking an indirect route. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Nelson Mandela International Airport if you book a flight with a stop.
Best time to go to Praia
You can usually catch the cheapest flight to Praia in May.
If you're flexible with your dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. You'll be able to find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to RAI.
June is the most popular month for flights to RAI. Travel then if you're eager to take in the full energy of Praia.
The quietest time of the year to go is April. Book your plane tickets to Praia then and explore the top attractions at a more leisurely pace.
With averages of between 24ºC and 30ºC, October is when Praia is at its warmest. Schedule your visit around your preferred weather conditions to make the most of your trip.
March sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 19ºC to 26ºC.
Flying to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
Offering direct flights to Nelson Mandela International Airport, these leading airlines make getting to Praia a breeze:
Want to get some rest or simply freshen up after your flight to RAI? These hotels close to Nelson Mandela International Airport offer the ideal place to relax and unwind:
Getting to central Praia from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
RAI is located about 5 kilometres from central Praia.
After touching down from your flight to RAI, expect a drive to the centre of around 5 minutes.
Make every moment in Praia count by choosing one of these top stays:
Praia highlights
Praia de Gamboa Beach
Around 0.64 kilometres south-west of the centre, this popular sight deserves to be high up on your must-visit list. Begin your adventure here after your flight to Nelson Mandela International Airport.
Praia City Hall
Swing by Praia City Hall and you'll be checking off one of the most popular attractions in Praia. It's about 0.32 kilometres south-west of the centre.
Sucupira Market
From the heart of the city, this highlight is around 0.48 kilometres north-west. It's also a signature experience on any Praia adventure.
Complete your trip with a Praia car hire
Don't forget to browse our car rentals in Praia after you've reserved your hotel and cheap flight to Nelson Mandela International Airport. All the best deals are in one place, making it a breeze to compare prices and take off in your dream ride.
