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Flight deals from New York to Praia Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Praia Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM3,625. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Praia.RM3,622 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Praia on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,622, select.
Praia.RM3,803 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Praia on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,803, select.
Praia.RM3,803 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Praia on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,803, select.
Praia.RM4,508 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Dec, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Praia on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,508, select.
Praia.RM4,726 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Sun, 14 Jun.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Praia on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,726, select.
Praia.RM5,497 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Sat, 18 Jul.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Praia.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Praia on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,497, select.

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New York to Praia: Alternative routes

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

Praia

1km from central Praia
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Vila Do Maio

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New York to Praia: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM3,622
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from New York to Praia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Praia is RM3,622. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Praia. But we found flights with one stop from RM3,622.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to Praia.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Praia is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Praia Airport on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Praia Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Praia is Royal Air Maroc .

Travelling from New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): What you need to know

  • When planning your flight from New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI), there's a good selection of airports you can fly out of. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main options.

  • Nelson Mandela International Airport is located in Praia. The city runs on the UTC-1 timezone and is three hours ahead of New York.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from New York to RAI, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from New York to RAI, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) is an option when you're setting off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

  • JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:

  • 74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to RAI flight:

  • As far as flight punctuality goes, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour.

  • Make catching an early New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:

  • With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving when they should, LGA is a reliable starting point for your adventure.

  • You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

About Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near RAI instead:

  • Grab 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 popular outlets you can book with here.

  • Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

  • Right now, RM1,477 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,622. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from New York to RAI, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • Affordable New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • Never miss a deal on plane tickets from New York to RAI by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Praia. June is when most people book flights from New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.

  • When booking your New York to RAI plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. October is the warmest month in Praia, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport in March if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about Praia

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Praia right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Nelson Mandela International Airport:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Prainha Beach, Praia de Gamboa Beach and Farol de D. Maria Pia are attractions you won't want to skip in Praia.

Explore more of Cape Verde

  • Mindelo is just one of the many cities in Cape Verde waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Praia. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Torre de Belem, Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande and Praia da Laginha.

  • If you want to check out another side of Cape Verde, consider Santa Maria, roughly 193 kilometres north of Praia. Scuba Team Cabo Verde - Diving Club, Ponta Preta Beach and Kite Beach Coastline are highlights.

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