Traveling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Praia is UTC-1, which is three hours ahead of New York.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JFK to RAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to tour a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Joao Paulo II Airport is a well-known stop between JFK and RAI.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
AED 1,292 is the lowest price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight. Return flights start from AED 3,136. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JFK to RAI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 74.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 48 kilometers from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to JFK? If you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
If you're landing on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near RAI:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Nelson Mandela International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 or Alucar and explore beyond Praia's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Nelson Mandela International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) to central Praia
Nelson Mandela International Airport is roughly 5 kilometers from central Praia. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
June is the most popular month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Praia in April.
The warmest month in Praia is October, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nelson Mandela International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from JFK to RAI in March if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cape Verde
Mindelo is just one of the many places in Cape Verde waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Praia. Around 274 kilometers away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Praça PMI-PE, Praça Dom Luís and Fort with cannons.
Santa Maria is another sought-after destination in Cape Verde and is around 193 kilometers north of Praia. No trip is complete without visiting Reserva Natural de Costa da Fragata, Black Beach and Ponta de Vera Cruz Lighthouse.