Flying from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
Praia is one hour behind Abidjan and is in the UTC-1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ABJ to RAI flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Many passengers pass through Blaise Diagne International Airport when flying between ABJ and RAI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight is RM2,055. A round-trip fare right now is RM2,214. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ABJ to RAI, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport.
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Handy information about Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Of all flights departing from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, 58.4% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Abidjan to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near ABJ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Reserve a hotel close to RAI if you have a late Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Nelson Mandela International Airport rental car and discover Praia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 and Alucar are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Nelson Mandela International Airport around two weeks before you travel.
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 driving.
When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Praia in April.
The warmest month in Praia is October, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ABJ to RAI in March. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Cape Verde
Mindelo is just one of the many cities in Cape Verde waiting to be explored after you've seen Praia. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Praça PMI-PE, Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons.
Around 193 kilometres north of Praia, Santa Maria is another favourite stop in Cape Verde. No visit is complete without checking out Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse.