Lisbon to Praia (LIS–RAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LIS–RAI is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. TAP Air Portugal, Emirates and Etihad Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,864 miles in approximately 4h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 6 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TP TAP Air Portugal | 14 | 32N, 32Q | 4h20-4h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| EK Emirates | 7 | 32Q | 4h20 | – | – | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 6 | 32N | 4h25 | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 3 | 320 | 4h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Praia from Lisbon
| Metric | LIS→RAI | OPO→RAI |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LIS | – | 172 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 30 | 2 |
| Flight time | 4h 20m | 4h 40m |
Travel Essentials
LIS: WET · RAI: -01
When it's 6:00 PM in Lisbon, it's 5:00 PM in Praia.
Portuguese passport holders enter Cape Verde visa-free for up to 30 days. All travelers must complete EASE online pre-registration and pay the Airport Security Tax (TSA) of about EUR 30 at least 5 days before travel. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Metro Red Line runs from downtown Lisbon (Alameda, Oriente) to the airport in 20–25 minutes (€1.85 single, or €0.48 on a Viva Viagem card). Trains run from 6:30am to 1am. The airport has its own station (Aeroporto) at the end of the Red Line.
Taxis from central Lisbon cost €10–15 and take 15–20 minutes with no traffic. Uber and Bolt are widely available at similar or lower prices. AeroBus (Carris) is slower (30–40 min) but cheaper at €4.
LIS–RAI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LIS to RAI
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates, Etihad Airways, TAP Air Portugal and easyJet. With 30 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LIS to RAI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LIS to RAI ranges from 4 hours 20 minutes to 4 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,864 miles (3,000 km). There are approximately 30 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 58 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via CMN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Porto (OPO).