Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the popular stopovers between LGW and RAI:
Mohamed V International Airport
Joao Paulo II Airport
Amilcar Cabral International Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from LGW to RAI, check whether you need a visa to enter Cape Verde. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated frequently. To get the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
ج.م. 9,512 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. A return flight starts from ج.م. 22,023. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from LGW to RAI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flight tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from LGW to RAI. There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After an easy way to start to your travels? Stay near LGW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RAI instead:
Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
Nelson Mandela International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Praia. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 7 minutes.
When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Praia based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport for October if you want to go to Praia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24 ºC and 30 ºC.
March has average temperatures of between 19 ºC and 26 ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LGW to RAI sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Praia
As soon as you've locked in your flights from LGW to RAI, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Praia. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Praia de Gamboa Beach and Praia City Hall are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Praia itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sucupira Market.
Complete your Praia trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. After booking your cheap ticket to Nelson Mandela International Airport, browse our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Praia stay.