Flying from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Praia is UTC-1, which is two hours behind Copenhagen.
Leave plenty of time to make your CPH to RAI flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Copenhagen Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Luxembourg Airport is a top stopover on the CPH to RAI route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
At the moment, $148 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $333. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CPH to RAI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from CPH to RAI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Copenhagen Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
When it comes to Copenhagen Airport's on-time performance, 76.54% of flights complete their journey on time.
Copenhagen Airport is around 7 miles from central Copenhagen. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CPH:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Copenhagen Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RAI instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Nelson Mandela International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 or Alucar and venture far and wide through Praia and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Nelson Mandela International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
Nelson Mandela International Airport is approximately 3 miles from central Praia. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Praia. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport for October if you want to visit Praia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 75ºF and 86ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from CPH to RAI in March if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 66ºF and 79ºF on average.
Explore more of Cape Verde
Mindelo is just one of the many places in Cape Verde waiting to be explored once you've seen Praia. Around 170 miles away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Praça PMI-PE, Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons.
Santa Maria is another well-known destination in Cape Verde and is around 120 miles north of Praia. No journey is complete without seeing Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse.
