Praia International Airport
Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Overview
Nelson Mandela International Airport was opened in 2005 as Praia International Airport, and renamed in 2012 to commemorate the late Nelson Mandela and his commitment to human rights. It serves well over 500,000 visitors per year and has terminals for both domestic and international flights.
Location
It's located 1.8 miles (3km) northeast from central Praia.
Getting to the city
There are taxis available outside the arrivals terminal for transfer into town.
Time
GMT -1.
Departure Tax
None
Praia International Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.