Travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
Praia's timezone is UTC-1, making Praia five hours ahead of Calgary.
Give yourself enough time to catch your YYC to RAI flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
At the moment, £398 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £844. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from YYC to RAI, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Calgary International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport.
Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
65.39% of flights that take off from Calgary International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Calgary to Calgary International Airport is approximately 10 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour.
Searching for a handy hotel near YYC? If you're boarding an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
If you're getting in on a late Calgary International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near RAI:
Pick up a Nelson Mandela International Airport rental car and discover Praia and beyond with your own wheels. Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 and Alucar are leading providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Nelson Mandela International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
From Nelson Mandela International Airport, Praia is approximately 3 miles away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Calgary International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Praia. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Calgary International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Praia, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYC to RAI in March. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Cape Verde
You've visited Praia, now it's time to discover other corners of Cape Verde. Travel 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.
Santa Maria is another must-experience destination in Cape Verde and is around 120 miles north of Praia. No journey is complete without dropping by Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse.
