Travelling from Praia Airport (RAI) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Praia Airport to Porto Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.
Porto is one hour ahead of Praia and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
There are four Praia Airport to Porto Airport flights each week.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RAI to OPO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
TAP Air Portugal offers direct flights from Praia Airport to Porto Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Porto — and maybe even more of Portugal if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with TAP Air Portugal on this route.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier that offers RAI to OPO flights, with 78.57% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to visit a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Praia Airport to Porto Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Mohammed V Airport is a popular stop between RAI and OPO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Praia Airport (RAI) to Porto Airport (OPO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Praia Airport to Porto Airport flight is $99. A return ticket is currently $199. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RAI to OPO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Praia Airport to Porto Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Praia Airport (RAI)
66% of flights taking off from Praia Airport land at their destination on time.
Praia Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Praia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near RAI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Praia Airport to Porto Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
If you're landing on a late Praia Airport to Porto Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near OPO:
Grab a Porto Airport rental car and explore Porto and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Drive & Go are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Porto Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
From Porto Airport, Porto is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Praia Airport to Porto Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Porto in March.
Book your flight from Praia Airport to Porto Airport for August if you want to explore Porto during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RAI to OPO sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be discovered after you've seen Porto. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Pasteis de Belém, belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Amadora is another well-known destination in Portugal and is around 274 kilometres south of Porto. No trip is complete without visiting Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.