Bristol to Espargos (BRS–SID) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BRS–SID is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and TUI Airways lead the route. The flight covers 2,640 miles in approximately 5h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 2 | 320 | 5h45 | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Espargos from Bristol
| Metric | BRS→SID | BHX→SID | LGW→SID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BRS | – | 85 mi | 111 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Flight time | 5h 45m | 5h 50m | 6h 10m |
Travel Essentials
BRS: BST · SID: -01
When it's 6:00 PM in Bristol, it's 4:00 PM in Espargos.
British passport holders enter Cape Verde visa-free for stays up to 30 days. The visa exemption was introduced in January 2019 for tourism purposes. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least two blank pages. Stays beyond 30 days require a visa extension from the Directorate of Immigration in Praia.
All travelers must register online at ease.gov.cv before arrival and pay a pre-registration airport security tax of EUR 30 (about $33). This is separate from any visa requirement and is mandatory for all nationalities. Complete the form at least 5 days before travel. You need proof of accommodation and a return ticket.
Direct flights from London Gatwick and Manchester to Sal (SID) or Boa Vista (BVC) run about 6 hours on TUI. Cape Verde uses the Cape Verdean escudo (CVE), fixed at 110.265 CVE per EUR 1. Euros are widely accepted in tourist resorts on Sal and Boa Vista. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals, but yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from an endemic country. Tap water is not safe to drink on most islands.
BRS–SID Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BRS to SID
Bristol Airport (BRS) and Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID) are connected by nonstop service from easyJet and TUI Airways. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BRS to SID Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BRS to SID is about 5 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,640 miles (4,248 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 5 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Lisbon Humberto Delgado, Glasgow and Gran Canaria. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX), London (LGW) and Nottingham, Leicestershire (EMA).