Travelling from Praia Airport (RAI) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Praia Airport to Lisbon Airport is 4 hours 10 minutes.
Lisbon is one hour ahead of Praia and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
You can take your pick of 17 weekly Praia Airport to Lisbon Airport flights.
Your RAI to LIS flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Praia Airport to Lisbon Airport, so getting to Lisbon (and then visiting more of Portugal!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
TAP Air Portugal has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 70.87% of services arriving as planned, TAP Air Portugal is the most punctual carrier operating RAI to LIS flights.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Praia Airport to Lisbon Airport. These are the top stopovers between RAI and LIS:
Mohammed V Airport
Ponta Delgada Airport
Amilcar Cabral International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Praia Airport (RAI) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Praia Airport to Lisbon Airport flight is £66. A round-trip ticket is currently £142. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RAI to LIS, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Praia Airport to Lisbon Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RAI to LIS.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Praia Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Handy information about Praia Airport (RAI)
When it comes to Praia Airport's on-time performance, 66% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Praia Airport is about 3 kms (2 miles) from central Praia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near RAI? If you're boarding an early flight from Praia Airport to Lisbon Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Praia Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Lisbon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lisbon and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Lisbon Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
From Lisbon Airport, Lisbon is approximately 8 kms (5 miles) away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Praia Airport to Lisbon Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Lisbon based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Praia Airport to Lisbon Airport for August if you'd like to explore Lisbon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RAI to LIS in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Portugal waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kms (170 miles) north of Lisbon, a trip to Porto will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
Around 8 kms (5 miles) north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Start your sightseeing at Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.