Praia International Airport (GVNP / RAI)
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GVNP airport at a glance
- ICAO code
- GVNP
- IATA code
- RAI
- City
- Praia
- Region
- Praia
- Country
- Cape Verde
- Elevation
- 230 ft (70 m)
- Time zone
- Atlantic/Cape Verde (UTC-1)
- Coordinates
- 14.9245° N, 23.4935° W
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- Empty legs to
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Weather & airport info GVNP
Current weather
Good visual conditions (VFR)observed 04 Oct, 17:00 UTC- Wind
- 12 kt (22 km/h) from east (80°)
- Visibility
- 10 km or more
- Clouds
- few clouds at 2,000 ft
- Temperature
- 30 °C (dew point 24 °C)
- Pressure (QNH)
- 1,012 hPa
Original weather report (METAR)
METAR GVNP 041700Z 08012KT 9999 FEW020 30/24 Q1012 NOSIG
Forecast (TAF)
- 04 Oct, 18:00–00:00 UTC8 kt (15 km/h) from north-northeast (20°) · visibility 10 km or more · scattered clouds at 1,600 ft
- 05 Oct, 15:00–21:00 UTCtemporarily, 30 % probability10 kt (19 km/h) from east (90°) · visibility 6 km · Rain · scattered clouds at 1,200 ft, broken clouds at 1,500 ft
Original forecast (TAF)
TAF GVNP 041700Z 0418/0524 02008KT 9999 SCT016 PROB30 TEMPO 0515/0521 09010KT 6000 RA SCT012 BKN015
Airport
- Elevation
- 230 ft (70 m)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 06:23 / 18:21 local time
Runways
| Runway | Length | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 2,100 m (6,890 ft) | asphalt | no |
Radio frequencies
- Approach: 118.2
- Tower: 118.2
For information only — not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports. Sources: aviationweather.gov (NOAA), OurAirports.
Airport map GVNP
Full screen →Runways white, taxiways yellow with designators — closed taxiways and runways per NOTAM in red.
Official charts
Aerodrome, approach and ground charts are published by the national air navigation service in its AIP:
EUROCONTROL: nationale AIS-Websites →For information only — not for navigation. Always use current official charts and NOTAMs.
Current NOTAMs for GVNP
NOTAMs (Notices to Air Missions) announce short-term changes at an airport — closed runways or taxiways, unserviceable approach aids, obstacles, airspace restrictions.
We currently have no valid NOTAMs for GVNP.
For information only — not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date. Source: FAA NOTAM Management Service (SWIM).
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About the airport
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GVNP airport FAQ
Are there any restrictions at Praia airport (GVNP) today?
We currently have no valid NOTAMs for Praia (GVNP). For information only — not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date.
What is the weather at Praia airport (GVNP)?
According to the latest weather report for GVNP (METAR, 04 Oct, 17:00 UTC): Good visual conditions (VFR). Wind 12 kt (22 km/h) from east (80°), visibility 10 km or more, temperature 30 °C (dew point 24 °C). For information only — not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports.
How long are the runways at Praia airport (GVNP)?
Praia (GVNP) has one runway: runway 03/21 with 2,100 m (6,890 ft), asphalt.
What are the radio frequencies at Praia airport (GVNP)?
Frequencies at GVNP: Tower 118.2 MHz. For information only — always rely on the published AIP.
What are the airport codes of Praia International Airport?
The ICAO code is GVNP and the IATA code is RAI. ICAO codes are used by air traffic control and pilots, e.g. in flight plans; IATA codes appear on tickets and baggage tags.
What is the elevation of GVNP airport?
Praia International Airport sits at 230 ft (70 m) above sea level. Local time zone: Atlantic/Cape Verde.
Can I fly to GVNP by private jet?
Whether a private jet can operate into Praia International Airport depends on runway length, opening hours, customs and immigration rules as well as slot and handling availability, among other things. PrivJet checks this with the operating carrier for every request.
Are there empty legs from or to GVNP?
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