Flying from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to Paris: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris is 6 hours 10 minutes.
Paris is 2 hours ahead of Praia, where Nelson Mandela International Airport is located. Paris operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from RAI to Paris. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can reserve a direct flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris. Begin your trip at RAI and end it at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Cabo Verde Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from RAI to Paris, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Central Praia to RAI is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 7 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near RAI:
How to find the cheapest flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to Paris
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris is $191. The cheapest price for a return flight is $605. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from RAI to Paris, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to show the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is approximately 27 kilometres. It takes around 44 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris. Book one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The centre of Paris is located around 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Once your flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 34 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 57 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from RAI to Paris:
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris. June is the most popular month to visit Paris. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from RAI to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Paris to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
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Pick one of our car rentals in Paris and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Paris.