London to Rabil (LGW–BVC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LGW–BVC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. TUI Airways leads the route. The flight covers 2,725 miles in approximately 6h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BY TUI Airways | 2 | 7M8 | 6h10-7h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Rabil from London
| Metric | LGW→BVC | BHX→BVC |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 112 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 1 |
| Flight time | 6h 10m | 6h 15m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · BVC: -01
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 4:00 PM in Rabil.
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.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–BVC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to BVC
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Aristides Pereira International Airport (BVC) are connected by nonstop service from TUI Airways. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LGW to BVC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to BVC ranges from 6 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,725 miles (4,385 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via BOD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX).