Direct (nonstop) flights from Sal to Praia

4 airlines fly nonstop from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to Praia (RAI). It's 128 miles (206 km), about 50m in the air. Operated by Fly Blue Crane, Air Senegal, Cabo Verde Airlines and others.

SID
Amilcar Cabral International Airport
🇨🇻 Sal, Cape Verde
RAI
Praia
🇨🇻 Praia, Cape Verde
Flight Time
50m
Distance
128 mi
206 km
CO₂/pax
24 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Fly Blue Crane +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Fly Blue Crane Fly Blue Crane Air Senegal Air Senegal Cabo Verde Airlines Cabo Verde Airlines Edelweiss Air Edelweiss Air

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Fly Blue Crane 7B Fly Blue Crane
Route
SID → RAI
Flight Time
50m
Distance
128 mi
Air Senegal HC Air Senegal
Route
SID → RAI
Flight Time
50m
Distance
128 mi
Cabo Verde Airlines VR Cabo Verde Airlines
Route
SID → RAI
Flight Time
50m
Distance
128 mi
Edelweiss Air WK Edelweiss Air
Route
SID → RAI
Flight Time
50m
Distance
128 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sal to Praia with one stop · direct emits 24 kg CO₂ per passenger

SID BVC (Boa Vista) RAI
Leg 1: 28m (41 mi) Leg 2: 40m (91 mi) Total: ~1h 8m 🍃 50 kg CO₂ (+108% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SID → BVC
28m · 41 mi
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Leg 2
BVC → RAI
40m · 91 mi
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SID SNE (Sao Nicolau) RAI
Leg 1: 40m (89 mi) Leg 2: 40m (124 mi) Total: ~1h 20m 🍃 65 kg CO₂ (+171% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SID → SNE
40m · 89 mi
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Leg 2
SNE → RAI
40m · 124 mi
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SID SFL (Sao Filipe) RAI
Leg 1: 50m (163 mi) Leg 2: 30m (68 mi) Total: ~1h 20m 🍃 68 kg CO₂ (+183% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SID → SFL
50m · 163 mi
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Leg 2
SFL → RAI
30m · 68 mi
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SID VXE (Sao Vicente) RAI
Leg 1: 55m (140 mi) Leg 2: 55m (167 mi) Total: ~1h 50m 🍃 82 kg CO₂ (+242% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SID → VXE
55m · 140 mi
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Leg 2
VXE → RAI
55m · 167 mi
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SID DSS (Dakar) RAI
Leg 1: 2h (416 mi) Leg 2: 2h (429 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 181 kg CO₂ (+654% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SID → DSS
2h · 416 mi
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Leg 2
DSS → RAI
2h · 429 mi
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RAI → SID: Flights from Praia to Sal

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sal to Praia?

A nonstop flight from Sal (SID) to Praia (RAI) takes approximately 0 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 128 miles (206 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sal to Praia?

4 airlines: Fly Blue Crane, Air Senegal, Cabo Verde Airlines, Edelweiss Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sal to Praia?

Yes. 4 airlines: Fly Blue Crane, Air Senegal, Cabo Verde Airlines, Edelweiss Air.

How far is Sal from Praia?

The flight distance from Sal to Praia is 128 miles (206 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Sal to Praia?

At 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Sal to Praia?

Roughly 24 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 120 km.

Is the return flight from Praia to Sal also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sal to Praia?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Amilcar Cabral International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.