Cheap Flights from Lisbon to Praia

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lisbon to Praia? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

Direct flights from Lisbon to Praia

Lisbon to Praia: Alternative routes

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

Lisbon to Praia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$566
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time4 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineTAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week45

Finding cheap flights from Lisbon to Praia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lisbon to Praia is $566. 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.
4 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Lisbon to Praia.
TAP Air Portugal, Turkish Airlines and Emirates fly direct from Lisbon to Praia.
As of April 2025, there are 45 flights per week flying from Lisbon to Praia.
The cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Praia is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lisbon Airport to Praia Airport on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 16 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 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.
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.
Currently, Cabo Verde Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Praia.

Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport is 4 hours 16 minutes. Praia's timezone is UTC-1, making Praia 1 hour behind Lisbon.

  • Choose from 15 weekly flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. The 00:10 departure with TAP Portugal is the earliest flight available between LIS and RAI. TACV operates the latest service of the day at 23:10 if early starts aren't your thing.

  • During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LIS and RAI are:

    • Mohamed V International Airport

    • Joao Paulo II Airport

    • Amilcar Cabral International Airport

  • Before getting your cheap ticket from LIS to RAI, check whether you need a visa to enter Cape Verde. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated often. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport is $301. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $566. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score flight tickets from LIS to RAI by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from checking for flight tickets from LIS to RAI every day.

  • Use filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • Lisbon Portela Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 59 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near LIS:

Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

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 in a cab, the drive is about 7 minutes.

When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Praia in April.

  • Book your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport for October if you want to explore Praia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24 ºC and 30 ºC.

  • Look for flight tickets from LIS to RAI in March if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19 ºC and 26 ºC on average.

More about Praia

  • As soon as you've locked in your flights from LIS to RAI, you'll want to find a hotel in Praia. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Praia de Gamboa Beach, Praia City Hall and Sucupira Market are essential stops on your Praia itinerary.

Complete your Praia trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Nelson Mandela International Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Praia stay.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.