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to Amílcar Cabral International Airport

Planning a beach escape to the Atlantic? Discover cheap flights to Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID) on Sal Island, Cape Verde’s main international gateway and a growing favorite for European sun-seekers.
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About Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID)

Amílcar Cabral International Airport, also known as Sal International Airport, is located about 2 kilometers from Espargos on Sal Island. Named after revolutionary leader Amílcar Cabral, the airport has a long aviation history dating back to 1939 and remains the main hub for Cabo Verde Airlines, with a 3,272-meter runway capable of handling long-haul aircraft.
Airport code
SID (ICAO: GVAC)
Location
Espargos, Sal Island, Cape Verde
Airlines serving SID
Cabo Verde Airlines (hub), easyJet, TUI Airways, TAP Air Portugal, Transavia, Luxair

Popular Routes to and from Sal, Cape Verde

UK and Western European routes dominate Sal’s international network, while domestic flights connect to other Cape Verdean islands.

Route Type

Popular Connections

Domestic

São Vicente, Praia, Boa Vista

International

London Gatwick, Manchester, Lisbon, Amsterdam, Milan

Best Time to Book Cheap Flights to Sal

Booking 6 to 10 weeks ahead generally offers good value for European routes into Sal. Cape Verde’s dry season, from November through June, is the most popular time to visit, so booking further ahead is recommended for travel during that window, especially around UK and European school holidays.

What to See Near Sal Island

Sal is Cape Verde’s most established beach destination, known for its warm, dry climate and excellent windsurfing and kitesurfing conditions along its long sandy beaches. Santa Maria, the island’s main resort town, offers a lively strip of hotels, restaurants, and water sports operators just a short drive from the airport.

Things to Know When Flying Into Sal

Many international routes to Sal are seasonal, with airlines such as easyJet operating certain connections only part of the year.
There is no scheduled public transport at the airport; taxis and shared “aluguer” minibuses are the main ground transport options.
Route availability to specific long-haul destinations, including parts of North America, has changed over time, so confirming current schedules is recommended.
Sal’s longest runway was historically designated as an emergency landing site for the US Space Shuttle.

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FAQs — Flights to Aarhus Airport

Sal Island is the main hub for Cabo Verde Airlines and is also served by easyJet, TUI Airways, TAP Air Portugal, Transavia, Luxair, and several other European carriers.

Popular routes to Sal include London Gatwick, Manchester, Lisbon, Amsterdam, and Milan, along with domestic connections to São Vicente and Praia.

Cabo Verde Airlines has operated direct routes to the United States, including to Providence, Rhode Island (near Boston's large Cape Verdean community), though route availability can change, so it's best to confirm current schedules when booking.

Amílcar Cabral International Airport is located near Espargos, with the main tourist area of Santa Maria a short drive south along the island's main road.

Booking 6 to 10 weeks ahead generally offers good value, with earlier booking recommended for the dry season from November through June, Cape Verde's most popular time to visit.

Sal is known for its warm, dry climate, windsurfing and kitesurfing conditions, and long sandy beaches, making it Cape Verde's most established beach resort destination.

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