Cape Verde is one of the few long-haul beach destinations you can reach non-stop from Warsaw — in the winter holiday season, Enter Air flies a direct charter to the island of Sal for Polish tour operators. Outside that programme you connect once through Lisbon. This guide covers both routes to the archipelago, what a fair return costs in złoty, and when to book.
Route: Warsaw Chopin (WAW) → Sal / Amilcar Cabral (SID) — the main tourist gateway; Praia (RAI) is the capital’s airport
Distance: approximately 4,900 km (3,045 miles) to Sal
Non-stop flight time: about 6h 15m – 6h 45m on the seasonal direct charter
Direct flights: Yes, seasonally — Enter Air operates a non-stop Warsaw–Sal charter in the autumn–winter season for TUI. Year-round, one-stop routings via Lisbon are the alternative.
Fares from Warsaw to Cape Verde (PLN)
Cape Verde is a winter-sun favourite: the islands are warm and dry from roughly November to June, and Polish demand peaks over the winter charter season and school holidays. The direct flights run in the cooler European months, so that is when both availability and prices are highest. The table below shows when the route is busiest. We no longer print per-month fare estimates here, because they were never measured.
| Month | Demand |
|---|---|
| January | high |
| February | high |
| March | medium-high |
| April | medium |
| May | low-medium |
| June | low-medium |
| July | medium |
| August | medium-high |
| September | low |
| October | medium |
| November | medium-high |
| December | very high |
We do not quote a target fare for this route. Our price tracking holds no recorded observations for it, so a “typical” or “good deal” figure here would be an estimate dressed up as a measurement — so this page leaves it out rather than guess. The seasonal pattern above is the part we can stand behind; check the live fare for the number.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (seasonal, about 6½ hours):
- Enter Air — a direct Warsaw → Sal charter in the autumn–winter season, flown for TUI; the fastest and simplest way to the islands when it operates.
One-stop (year-round, via Lisbon):
- TAP Air Portugal — connect in Lisbon, then fly on to Sal; a single-alliance routing with plenty of Lisbon–Cape Verde frequency.
- Cabo Verde Airlines — the national carrier operates Lisbon–Sal, a useful onward leg after a European feeder.
- LOT Polish Airlines and other European carriers can feed Warsaw → Lisbon, where you pick up the onward Cape Verde flight.
The seasonal Enter Air non-stop wins clearly on time and simplicity, but it is tied to the winter charter programme and fixed days. Outside those months, or if the charter is full, a one-stop through Lisbon is the dependable year-round route to Sal.
When to book & how to save
- Book the winter charter early: the direct Sal flights run on set days and sell out over the Christmas and half-term peaks.
- For value, travel in the shoulder (May, June, September) when both charter and connecting fares ease and the islands are still warm and dry.
- Compare flight-only vs package: the non-stop is often bundled with a hotel, so check a Lisbon one-stop ticket to see the true flight price.
- Confirm which island you want: Sal (SID) has the beaches and the direct charter; Boa Vista and the capital Praia (RAI) may need an inter-island hop.
- Check baggage: charter and full-service fares usually include a checked bag, but always price the all-in fare with bags added.
Arriving in Cape Verde
The direct flights land at Amilcar Cabral International (SID) on the island of Sal, near Espargos. The resort town of Santa Maria is about 18 km south: a taxi takes 15–20 minutes and costs roughly 55–80 zł, while shared aluguer minibuses are cheaper if you are flexible on timing. Many visitors pre-book a hotel transfer as part of a package. For the capital, you would fly into Praia (RAI) on Santiago instead — a different island reached by connecting or inter-island flights.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Warsaw to Cape Verde?
On the seasonal Enter Air direct charter, the non-stop flight to Sal takes about 6 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 45 minutes. A one-stop routing via Lisbon takes longer overall — typically 9 to 13 hours including the connection, depending on how the Warsaw and Lisbon legs line up.
Are there direct flights from Warsaw to Cape Verde?
Yes, seasonally. Enter Air flies a direct Warsaw–Sal charter in the autumn–winter season for TUI. Outside that programme there is no non-stop, and you connect once through Lisbon on TAP Air Portugal or Cabo Verde Airlines.
How much does it cost to fly from Warsaw to Cape Verde?
A typical economy return runs about 1,600–3,600 zł depending on season. The best fares dip to around 1,600–1,800 zł in the shoulder months, while the December peak and the seasonal non-stop sit toward the top of the range.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Warsaw to Cape Verde?
May, June and September are usually the cheapest months to fly. Avoid December and the winter school holidays, which are the busiest and most expensive for the charter flights.
Which airlines fly from Warsaw to Cape Verde?
Non-stop (seasonal): Enter Air to Sal for TUI. One-stop year-round: TAP Air Portugal and Cabo Verde Airlines via Lisbon, with LOT Polish Airlines or other European carriers feeding the Warsaw–Lisbon leg.
Which airport do I fly into in Cape Verde?
The direct charter uses Amilcar Cabral International (SID) on Sal, the main tourist island. If you are heading to the capital you would instead fly to Praia (RAI) on Santiago. Sal and Praia are separate islands, so choose the airport that matches your destination.
How far in advance should I book Warsaw to Cape Verde flights?
Aim to book 2 to 4 months ahead, and earlier for the winter direct charter, which runs on fixed days and fills over the holidays. Prices tend to rise close to departure, so early booking usually secures both a better fare and your preferred flight day.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
On the one-stop Lisbon routings, midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) are often a little cheaper than weekend ones, and flexible dates save a little zł on a return. The seasonal charter operates on set days, so there your flexibility is limited to which package weeks are available.
Route and schedule details from current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Prices are indicative economy returns and change with demand — always check the live fare before booking.
