Airport
Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
Amílcar Cabral International Airport is the main gateway to Sal Island and one of Cape Verde's busiest international entry points. Compare transfer options to Espargos, Santa Maria and other destinations across the island, and plan your onward journey with ease.
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About Amílcar Cabral International Airport
Amílcar Cabral International Airport is Cape Verde's main international airport, located on the island of Sal next to Espargos. Opened in 1939 as a refuelling stop on routes between Europe and South America, it has since grown into the country's busiest passenger gateway.
The airport sits about 2 km from Espargos and roughly 18 km north of Santa Maria, the island's main resort town. It serves intercontinental flights, regional connections and domestic routes, making it an important entry point for holidaymakers and a hub for onward travel within Cape Verde.
A single terminal handles check-in, security, arrivals and departures, with taxis, shared aluguer transport and rental cars providing onward connections across Sal. The road journey to Santa Maria takes around 30 minutes.
The terminal provides restaurants, cafés, duty-free shops, free Wi-Fi, ATMs and basic accessibility facilities, keeping the travel experience straightforward for both leisure and business passengers.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Amílcar Cabral International Airport operates passenger services through a single two-level terminal that is open around the clock. The ground floor handles check-in and arrivals, while the upper level accommodates airline and airport offices; domestic and international departures use the same terminal building.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Amílcar Cabral International Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Amílcar Cabral International Airport to hotels, resorts and other destinations across Sal, including Espargos and Santa Maria.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, island excursions, business meetings or events on Sal.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Amílcar Cabral International Airport for independent travel around Sal and onward journeys to beaches, resorts and towns.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organise minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between the airport, hotels, resorts, event venues and other Sal Island destinations.
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