Direct (nonstop) flights from Lisbon to Praia

4 airlines fly nonstop from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Praia (RAI). It's 1,859 miles (2,991 km), about 4h 20m in the air. Operated by TAP Portugal, easyJet, Cabo Verde Airlines and others.

LIS
Lisbon Airport
🇵🇹 Lisbon, Portugal
RAI
Praia
🇨🇻 Praia, Cape Verde
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,859 mi
2,991 km
CO₂/pax
314 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
TAP Portugal +3
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by TAP Portugal TAP Portugal easyJet easyJet Cabo Verde Airlines Cabo Verde Airlines JSC Avion Express JSC Avion Express

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

TAP Portugal TP TAP Portugal
Route
LIS → RAI
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,859 mi
easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
LIS → RAI
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,859 mi
Cabo Verde Airlines VR Cabo Verde Airlines
Route
LIS → RAI
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,859 mi
JSC Avion Express X9 JSC Avion Express
Route
LIS → RAI
Flight Time
4h 20m
Distance
1,859 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lisbon to Praia with one stop · direct emits 314 kg CO₂ per passenger

LIS BVC (Boa Vista) RAI
Leg 1: 4h 15m (1,768 mi) Leg 2: 40m (91 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 341 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIS → BVC
4h 15m · 1,768 mi
View LIS to BVC flights →
Leg 2
BVC → RAI
40m · 91 mi
View BVC to RAI flights →
LIS SID (Sal) RAI
Leg 1: 4h 10m (1,732 mi) Leg 2: 50m (128 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 342 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIS → SID
4h 10m · 1,732 mi
View LIS to SID flights →
Leg 2
SID → RAI
50m · 128 mi
View SID to RAI flights →
LIS VXE (Sao Vicente) RAI
Leg 1: 4h 20m (1,791 mi) Leg 2: 55m (167 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 359 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIS → VXE
4h 20m · 1,791 mi
View LIS to VXE flights →
Leg 2
VXE → RAI
55m · 167 mi
View VXE to RAI flights →
LIS CMN (Casablanca) RAI
Leg 1: 1h 30m (382 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,612 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 368 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIS → CMN
1h 30m · 382 mi
View LIS to CMN flights →
Leg 2
CMN → RAI
3h 50m · 1,612 mi
View CMN to RAI flights →
LIS OPO (Porto) RAI
Leg 1: 1h (171 mi) Leg 2: 4h 45m (2,017 mi) Total: ~5h 45m 🍃 398 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIS → OPO
1h · 171 mi
View LIS to OPO flights →
Leg 2
OPO → RAI
4h 45m · 2,017 mi
View OPO to RAI flights →

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RAI → LIS: Flights from Praia to Lisbon

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lisbon to Praia?

A nonstop flight from Lisbon (LIS) to Praia (RAI) takes approximately 4 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 1,859 miles (2,991 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lisbon to Praia?

4 airlines: TAP Portugal, easyJet, Cabo Verde Airlines, JSC Avion Express.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lisbon to Praia?

Yes. 4 airlines: TAP Portugal, easyJet, Cabo Verde Airlines, JSC Avion Express.

How far is Lisbon from Praia?

The flight distance from Lisbon to Praia is 1,859 miles (2,991 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Lisbon and Praia?

Praia is 2 hours behind Lisbon. (Europe/Lisbon vs Atlantic/Cape_Verde.)

What type of aircraft flies from Lisbon to Praia?

At 4h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Portugal to Cape Verde?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Cape Verde embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 314 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,570 km.

Is the return flight from Praia to Lisbon 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 Lisbon to Praia?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Lisbon Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.