Lisbon to Praia (LIS–RAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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.
LIS–RAI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. TAP Air Portugal and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 1,864 miles in approximately 4h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TP TAP Air Portugal Also: AY, EK, EY, TK | 14 | 32N, 32Q | 4h20 | – | Star Alliance | AY, EK, EY, TK |
| U2 easyJet | 2 | 320 | 4h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Praia from Lisbon
| Metric | LIS→RAI | OPO→RAI |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LIS | – | 172 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 43 | 2 |
| Flight time | 4h 20m | 4h 32m |
Travel Essentials
LIS: WEST · RAI: -01
When it's 6:00 PM in Lisbon, it's 4:00 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 TAP Air Portugal and easyJet. With 43 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LIS to RAI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LIS to RAI is about 4 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,864 miles (3,000 km). There are approximately 43 weekly flights outbound and 27 return, totaling 70 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Francisco de Sá Carneiro, João Paulo II and Mohammed V. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Porto (OPO).