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Praia (RAI) to Recife (REC) Flights

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RAI········· ·········REC
Nelson Mandela International AirportRecife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport
Distance
1,768 miles
Flight time
4h 5m
Time difference
REC is 2h behind
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Flights from Praia to Recife

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Flight route map

Praia (RAI) to Recife (REC) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Praia (RAI), Sotavento Islands, to Recife (REC), Pernambuco, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 1,768 miles.

Departure
Nelson Mandela International Airport · Sotavento Islands, Cape Verde · 14° 56' 28" N 23° 29' 05" W
Flight route
1,768 miles · 4h 5m
Direction
206.91° (SSW)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 3.42383, longitude -29.27356, approximately 888.02 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
1,776 miles
Time difference
REC is 2h behind
Destination
Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport · Pernambuco, Brazil · 8° 07' 39" S 34° 55' 23" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
1,768 miles
Average flight time
4h 5m
Time difference
REC is 2h behind
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Praia to Recife is 206.91°, and the compass direction is SSW.

Airport information

Nelson Mandela International Airport

Nelson Mandela International Airport
Praia, Sotavento Islands, Cape Verde
14° 56' 28" N, 23° 29' 05" W
Elevation: 230 ft (70 m)
Time zone: CVT UTC−1
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What's the weather like in Praia and Recife?

Temperature unit:

RAI · Praia

85°FOvercastFeels like 89°F
Humidity
54%
Wind
4 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

REC · Recife

81°FMainly clearFeels like 86°F
Humidity
75%
Wind
9 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2885°F | 78°FLight drizzle
Thu, Oct 2984°F | 76°FModerate drizzle
Fri, Oct 3086°F | 77°FLight drizzle
Sat, Oct 3187°F | 79°FOvercast
Sun, Nov 186°F | 79°FLight drizzle

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

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 Cape Verde to Brazil (CV-BR). 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.