Flying from Osvaldo Vieira Airport (OXB) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
A direct flight from Osvaldo Vieira Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport takes an average of 1 hour 43 minutes. The timezone in Praia is UTC-1, making it 1 hour behind Bissau.
Every week, there are 2 flights from Osvaldo Vieira Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. If you'd like to take off early, select the 01:10 Royal Air Maroc flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure from OXB to RAI is 02:25 with Royal Air Maroc.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Royal Air Maroc is your ticket to exploring Praia (and perhaps some other great parts of Cape Verde!). Choose from the direct flights from Osvaldo Vieira Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport offered by this airline.
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Cape Verde, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the latest information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from OXB to RAI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osvaldo Vieira Airport (OXB) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Osvaldo Vieira Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport is 203 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 444 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from OXB to RAI, reserve your journey 9 months before the departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Osvaldo Vieira Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from OXB to RAI every day.
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Handy information about Osvaldo Vieira Airport (OXB)
To get to Osvaldo Vieira Airport from central Bissau, it takes about 26 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Osvaldo Vieira Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near OXB:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Consider booking a hotel near RAI if you're catching a late flight from Osvaldo Vieira Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
Nelson Mandela International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Praia. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 7 minutes.
When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Osvaldo Vieira Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Praia in April.
Before locking in your flight from Osvaldo Vieira Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Praia, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from OXB to RAI in March if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Praia
Start your Praia trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. After booking your flight from OXB to RAI, explore our range of hotel options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Praia de Gamboa Beach, Praia City Hall and Sucupira Market are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Praia itinerary.
Complete your Praia trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Nelson Mandela International Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Praia.