Travelling from Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): What you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Praia is two hours behind Frankfurt. Nelson Mandela International Airport is located in Praia, which follows the UTC-1 timezone.
For stress-free travel, 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 Frankfurt to RAI.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Frankfurt to RAI leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
FRA is about 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.47% of flights complete their journey on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Frankfurt to RAI flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 53.13%.
About Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RAI instead:
Begin 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 explore beyond Praia's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Currently, $344 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $799. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Frankfurt to RAI. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Praia. June is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Praia is October, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Frankfurt to RAI flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport in March when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Praia
Start your Praia trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Nelson Mandela International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your Praia trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring include Prainha Beach, Praia de Gamboa Beach and Farol de D. Maria Pia.
Explore more of Cape Verde
Mindelo is just one of the many cities in Cape Verde waiting to be discovered once you've seen Praia. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Torre de Belem, Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande and Praia da Laginha.
Santa Maria is another favourite destination in Cape Verde and is around 193 kilometres north of Praia. No journey is complete without visiting Scuba Team Cabo Verde - Diving Club, Ponta Preta Beach and Kite Beach Coastline.