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Dakar (DSS) to Praia (RAI) Flights

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Blaise Diagne International AirportNelson Mandela International Airport
Distance
429 miles
Flight time
2h 0m
Time difference
RAI is 1h behind
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Flights from Dakar to Praia

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Flight route map

Dakar (DSS) to Praia (RAI) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Dakar (DSS), Dakar Region, to Praia (RAI), Sotavento Islands, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 429 miles.

Departure
Blaise Diagne International Airport · Dakar Region, Senegal · 14° 40' 15" N 17° 04' 22" W
Flight route
429 miles · 2h 0m
Direction
273.31° (W)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 14.82819, longitude -20.27678, approximately 214.35 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
428.7 miles
Time difference
RAI is 1h behind
Destination
Nelson Mandela International Airport · Sotavento Islands, Cape Verde · 14° 56' 28" N 23° 29' 05" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
429 miles
Average flight time
2h 0m
Time difference
RAI is 1h behind
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Dakar to Praia is 273.31°, and the compass direction is W.

Airport information

Blaise Diagne International Airport

Blaise Diagne International Airport
Dakar, Dakar Region, Senegal
14° 40' 15" N, 17° 04' 22" W
Elevation: 290 ft (88 m)
Time zone: GMT UTC+0
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What's the weather like in Dakar and Praia?

Temperature unit:

DSS · Dakar

83°FOvercastFeels like 90°F
Humidity
69%
Wind
7 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

RAI · Praia

85°FOvercastFeels like 89°F
Humidity
54%
Wind
4 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2890°F | 76°FFog
Thu, Oct 2988°F | 75°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3090°F | 76°FSunny
Sat, Oct 3188°F | 72°FFog
Sun, Nov 186°F | 70°FFog

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Dakar to Praia

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for Senegal to Cape Verde (SN-CV). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.