Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) Arrivals and Departures

Nelson Mandela International Airport FAQs

• How far is Nelson Mandela International Airport(RAI) from downtown?

  Nelson Mandela International Airport(RAI) is about 2.23 km from downtown.

• How many flights per day fly out of RAI?

  On average, Nelson Mandela International Airport(RAI) has 3 departure flight(s) each day.

• What are some popular domestic flight routes departing from Nelson Mandela Praia International Airport(RAI)?

  ؜Popular flight routes from Nelson Mandela Praia International Airport(RAI) include Praia⇒Sal and Praia⇒Sao Vicente. are the most popular domestic flight routes.

• What airlines fly out of Nelson Mandela International Airport?

  Airlines operating at Nelson Mandela International Airport include: Asky Airlines, TACV Cabo Verde Airlines, and Royal Air Maroc.

• How long does it usually take to go through immigration after arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport?

  For international flight passengers, it usually takes about one hour to complete immigration procedures and collect luggage at Nelson Mandela International Airport. For domestic flights, no immigration procedures are required at Nelson Mandela International Airport, so the time will be shorter.

• How much time should I reserve between two connecting flights at Nelson Mandela International Airport?

  It is recommended to reserve at least two and a half hours for connecting flights, especially when transferring to an international flight. Connecting flights may require going through customs, collecting luggage, and checking in for the next flight. In addition, you may need to go to another terminal or the travel time within Nelson Mandela International Airport may be longer than expected—these factors must be taken into account.

• How early should I arrive Nelson Mandela International Airport before my flight?

  If you are taking a domestic flight, check-in and baggage check services usually close one hour before the scheduled departure time. For long-haul international flights, these services close one and a half hours before the scheduled departure time. It is recommended to arrive at Nelson Mandela International Airport two to three hours before takeoff.

• What to do if my flight is cancelled?

  If you haven't arrived at Nelson Mandela International Airport yet, you can use Trip.com to select the itinerary you need to modify and see if you can take the next flight or apply for a refund. When submitting, if the modification/refund fee shows $0, it means the order meets the airline's modification or refund policy. Please confirm whether to proceed with the modification or refund, as once submitted with a clear fee, it cannot be reversed. If you are already in the departure hall of Nelson Mandela International Airport, please go to the airline's counter and communicate directly with the staff.