Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
The timezone in Sal is UTC-1, which is one hour behind Bristol.
There are four Bristol Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport flights each week.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BRS to SID flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Sal (and then discovering more of Cape Verde!) is a cinch with easyJet. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Bristol Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
EasyJet is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With 76.47% of its services arriving as planned, TUI is the most punctual carrier offering BRS to SID flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bristol Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between BRS and SID include:
Barcelona Airport
Lisbon Airport
Boa Vista Island Rabil Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
At the moment, $266 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bristol Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $341. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book 11 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BRS to SID.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bristol Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Finding cheap flights from BRS to SID couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bristol Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
Bristol Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BRS land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To get to Bristol Airport from central Bristol, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to BRS? If you've booked an early flight from Bristol Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
If you're coming in on a late Bristol Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SID:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Amilcar Cabral International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from mm rent a car to explore parts of Sal that don't always get the spotlight.
To secure the best deal, book your vehicle from Amilcar Cabral International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically increase closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to central Sal
Amilcar Cabral International Airport to the centre of Sal has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
The quietest month for a flight from Bristol Airport to Amilcar Cabral International Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Sal based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Explore more of Cape Verde
You've visited Sal, now it's time to discover other parts of Cape Verde. Travel about 129 kilometres south-east to Praia to tick off its popular sights. From Prainha Beach to Praia de Gamboa Beach and Casa da Arte, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Mindelo is another sought-after destination in Cape Verde and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Sal. No journey is complete without a visit to Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande, Praia da Laginha and Ponta Joao Ribeiro.