Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID), located on Sal Island, is one of Cape Verde’s busiest airports and the main international gateway for the islands. It handles scheduled international services from Europe and Africa and serves as a hub for tourists arriving to the Sal resort area. Passenger volumes are seasonal with significant peaks during European holiday periods.
Getting To and From Amílcar Cabral International Airport #
The airport is close to the main resort area on Sal; typical transfer times to Santa Maria and nearby resorts are 10-25 minutes.
- Taxis - The most common transport option on arrival; fares are fixed or metered depending on operator.
- Hotel transfers and shuttles - Widely used by tourists and often included in package bookings.
- Car hire - Available at the airport for those wishing to explore the island independently.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Amílcar Cabral International Airport #
The terminal serves international tourists with cafes, bars, duty‑free shops and car rental desks. Wi‑Fi access is usually available in public areas. Services are geared toward short tourist stays rather than long international connections.
Tips for Amílcar Cabral International Airport #
- Carry euros or cash in local currency for transport and small purchases - card acceptance can be limited off the main tourist routes.
- Check inter‑island connections in advance if planning onward travel within Cape Verde as schedules can be seasonal.
Weather & Climate near Amílcar Cabral International Airport #
Amílcar Cabral International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in September) and warm winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 17°C to 30°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 18° - 25° | 21° | 5 mm | some cloud | 75% | 7.0 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.1h |
| February | Ideal | 17° - 25° | 21° | 1 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 6.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.5h |
| March | Ideal | 18° - 25° | 21° | 1 mm | some cloud | 81% | 6.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 18° - 26° | 22° | 0 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 6.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.4h |
| May | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 22° | 0 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 6.8 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.8h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 27° | 23° | 1 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 5.9 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.0h |
| July | Excellent | 21° - 27° | 24° | 1 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 5.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.9h |
| August | Excellent | 23° - 28° | 25° | 12 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.6h |
| September | Excellent | 23° - 30° | 26° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Ideal | 22° - 29° | 26° | 10 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Ideal | 21° - 28° | 24° | 2 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 5.7 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.2h |
| December | Ideal | 19° - 25° | 22° | 5 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 6.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.0h |
