Travelling from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
Praia's timezone is UTC-1, making Praia two hours behind Venice.
To ensure you catch your VCE to RAI flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Venice Marco Polo Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight is $348. A round-trip fare is currently $959. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from VCE to RAI if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from VCE to RAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport.
Handy information about Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
75.29% of flights departing from Venice Marco Polo Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Venice Marco Polo Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Venice. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near VCE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Venice Marco Polo Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RAI instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Nelson Mandela International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 or Alucar and venture far and wide through Praia and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Nelson Mandela International Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
From Nelson Mandela International Airport, Praia is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Praia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Praia, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from VCE to RAI in March if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cape Verde
You've done Praia, now it's time to discover other corners of Cape Verde. Travel around 274 kilometres north-west to Mindelo to tick off its top attractions. From Praça PMI-PE to Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Cape Verde, consider Santa Maria, about 193 kilometres north of Praia. Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse are the start of reasons to visit.