Flying from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
Praia is one hour behind Banjul and follows the UTC-1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BJL to RAI flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Banjul International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Amilcar Cabral International Airport is a popular stopover on the BJL to RAI route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Banjul International Airport (BJL) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Banjul International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight is £154. A round-trip fare is currently £311. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BJL to RAI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Banjul International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BJL to RAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Banjul International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Banjul International Airport (BJL)
Of the flights that depart from Banjul International Airport, 72.38% land on time at their destination.
To reach Banjul International Airport from central Banjul, it takes about 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel near BJL? If you're boarding an early flight from Banjul International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Banjul International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RAI instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Nelson Mandela International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 or Alucar and venture far and wide through Praia and beyond.
Booking your ride from Nelson Mandela International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
Nelson Mandela International Airport to the centre of Praia has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 3 miles away.
When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Banjul International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Praia. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Banjul International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport for October if you'd like to go to Praia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
March has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BJL to RAI around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cape Verde
You've visited Praia, now it's time to discover more of Cape Verde. Journey around 170 miles north-west to Mindelo to check off its popular sights. From Praça PMI-PE to Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 120 miles north of Praia, Santa Maria is another essential stop in Cape Verde. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse.