Traveling from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
Praia's timezone is UTC-1, making Praia two hours behind Prague.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your PRG to RAI flight.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd love to discover a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Nelson Mandela International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Luxembourg Airport is a well-known stop between PRG and RAI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
At the moment, $261 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $533. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from PRG to RAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Nelson Mandela International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
When it comes to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague's on-time performance, 69.89% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Vaclav Havel Airport Prague from central Prague, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city center.
The journey on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near PRG. Whether you have an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Nelson Mandela International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
If you're coming in on a late Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near RAI:
Explore without limits 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.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Nelson Mandela International Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
Nelson Mandela International Airport is approximately 3 miles from the center of Praia. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Nelson Mandela International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Praia in April.
Before locking in your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Nelson Mandela International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Praia, with the temperature ranging from 75ºF to 86ºF.
March sees average temperatures of between 66ºF and 79ºF. Search for cheap tickets from PRG to RAI sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cape Verde
You've done Praia, now it's time to discover other parts of Cape Verde. Journey about 170 miles north-west to Mindelo to check off its leading sights. From Praça PMI-PE to Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 120 miles north of Praia, Santa Maria is another essential stop in Cape Verde. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse.
