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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sao Vicente Airport to Praia Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $187. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Praia.$187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Praia.$187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Praia.$187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Praia.$187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Praia.$187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Praia.$187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Praia.$187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Praia.$187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Praia.$187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Praia.$187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Praia.$187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Praia.$208 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $208, select.

Praia.$208 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $208, select.

Praia.$327 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Cabo Verde Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Sao Vicente on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Praia.Inbound direct flight with Cabo Verde Airlines departs from Praia on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Sao Vicente.Price includes taxes and charges.From $327, select.

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Sao Vicente to Praia: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$187
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	47 mins
Most popular airline	Cabo Verde Airlines
Average flights per week	3

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

How much are return flights from Sao Vicente to Praia?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sao Vicente to Praia is $187. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Sao Vicente to Praia?

47 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Vicente to Praia.

Which airlines fly direct from Sao Vicente to Praia?

Cabo Verde Airlines and Hahn Air Technologies fly direct from Sao Vicente to Praia.

How many flights are there a week from Sao Vicente to Praia?

As of August 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Sao Vicente to Praia.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sao Vicente to Praia?

The cheapest month to fly from Sao Vicente to Praia is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sao Vicente Airport to Praia Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sao Vicente Airport to Praia Airport on Monday, 23 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sao Vicente Airport to Praia Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 47 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Praia?

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 Praia 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Praia?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Praia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sao Vicente Airport to Praia with?

Currently, Cabo Verde Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Praia.

Flying from Sao Vicente Airport (VXE) to Praia Airport (RAI): what you need to know

Around 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sao Vicente Airport to Praia Airport.
Praia's timezone is UTC-1, which is the same as Sao Vicente.
Each week, there are 19 Sao Vicente Airport to Praia Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, go for the 09:35 TACV flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:50 with TACV.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your VXE to RAI flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Praia (and then discovering more of Cape Verde!) is a breeze with Cabo Verde Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Sao Vicente Airport to Praia Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Cabo Verde Airlines.
Cabo Verde Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers VXE to RAI flights.

Handy information about Sao Vicente Airport (VXE)

When it comes to Sao Vicente Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sao Vicente to Sao Vicente Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Vicente Airport to Praia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near VXE:

Arriving at Praia Airport (RAI)

If you're coming in on a late Sao Vicente Airport to Praia Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near RAI:
Pick up a Praia Airport rental car and discover Praia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 and Alucar are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Praia Airport around two weeks in advance.

Getting from Praia Airport (RAI) to central Praia

Praia Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Praia. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.

When to fly to Praia Airport (RAI)

July is the busiest month for flights from Sao Vicente Airport to Praia Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Praia in March.
When booking your flight from Sao Vicente Airport to Praia Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Praia, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VXE to RAI in March. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

Explore more of Cape Verde

You've done Praia, now it's time to explore other parts of Cape Verde. Travel around 274 kilometres north-west to Mindelo to check off its top sights. From Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande to Praia da Laginha and Ponta Joao Ribeiro, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Santa Maria is another favourite destination in Cape Verde and is around 193 kilometres north of Praia. No journey is complete without experiencing Ponta Preta Beach, Kite Beach Coastline and Praia de Santa Maria.