Cheap Flights from Praia (RAI) to Sao Filipe (SFL)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Praia to Sao Filipe flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Praia to Sao Filipe

Praia to Sao Filipe: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Praia to Sao Filipe below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sao Filipe.

Praia to Sao Filipe: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$154
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time30 mins
Most popular airlineHahn Air Technologies
Average flights per week29

Finding cheap flights from Praia to Sao Filipe: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Praia to Sao Filipe is $154. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
30 minutes is the average flight time from Praia to Sao Filipe.
Hahn Air Technologies and Cabo Verde Airlines fly direct from Praia to Sao Filipe.
As of May 2025, there are 29 flights per week flying from Praia to Sao Filipe.
The cheapest month to fly from Praia to Sao Filipe is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Praia Airport to Sao Filipe Airport on Thursday, 3 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sao Filipe but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sao Filipe is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Cabo Verde Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sao Filipe.

Flying from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to Sao Filipe Airport (SFL): what you need to know

  • Around 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Sao Filipe Airport.

  • Choose from three weekly Nelson Mandela International Airport to Sao Filipe Airport flights. The 08:30 departure with TACV is the earliest you can take. TACV operates the last service of the day at 17:00.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RAI to SFL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Flying into Sao Filipe (and then exploring more of Cape Verde!) is a cinch with TACV. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Sao Filipe Airport.

  • TACV is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to Sao Filipe Airport (SFL)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Nelson Mandela International Airport to Sao Filipe Airport flight is $77. A round-trip ticket is currently $154. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RAI to SFL.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Sao Filipe Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Landing cheap flights from RAI to SFL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Sao Filipe Airport.

Handy information about Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

  • Of the departures from Nelson Mandela International Airport, 51.1% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Nelson Mandela International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Praia. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Sao Filipe Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to RAI:

Arriving at Sao Filipe Airport (SFL)

Getting from Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) to central Sao Filipe

  • Sao Filipe Airport to central Sao Filipe has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Sao Filipe Airport (SFL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Sao Filipe Airport is May, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Sao Filipe based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Before locking in your flight from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Sao Filipe Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Sao Filipe, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • March has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RAI to SFL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Cape Verde

  • You've done Sao Filipe, now it's time to explore other parts of Cape Verde. Travel around 105 kilometres east to Praia to check off its top sights. From Praia de Gamboa Beach to Praia City Hall and Sucupira Market, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 225 kilometres north of Sao Filipe, Mindelo is another essential stop in Cape Verde. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Praça PMI-PE, Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons.

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