Travelling from Porto Airport (OPO) to Sao Tome Island Airport (TMS): what you need to know
Sao Tome Is's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Porto.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your OPO to TMS flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Sao Tome Island Airport (TMS)
£263 is the lowest price for a one-way Porto Airport to Sao Tome Island Airport flight. A return flight starts from £507. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from OPO to TMS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Porto Airport to Sao Tome Island Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Porto Airport to Sao Tome Island Airport.
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
74.49% of flights that depart Porto Airport make it to their destination on time.
Porto Airport is about 10 miles from central Porto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near OPO? If you've booked an early flight from Porto Airport to Sao Tome Island Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sao Tome Island Airport (TMS)
Reserve a hotel close to TMS if you're catching a late Porto Airport to Sao Tome Island Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Sao Tome Island Airport (TMS) to central Sao Tome Is
From Sao Tome Island Airport, Sao Tome Is is approximately 3 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Sao Tome Island Airport (TMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Porto Airport to Sao Tome Island Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Sao Tome Is based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Porto Airport to Sao Tome Island Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Sao Tome Is, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OPO to TMS in July. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Sao Tome and Principe
Extend your Sao Tome and Principe trip with a visit to Bombon, located about 1 mile south of Sao Tome Is. L'Atelier Vanilha (Vanilha Factory) is just one of the top attractions to discover here.
Where to next? Head for Nazaré. It's roughly 2 miles north-west of Sao Tome Is and features highlights like Praia Emília.
