Aristides Pereira International Airport
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About Aristides Pereira International Airport
Aristides Pereira International Airport is an airport in Cape Verde located on the island of Boa Vista, about 5 km (3.1 mi) southeast of the island capital Sal Rei. It is the third-busiest airport in the country.
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Live weather
GVBANOTAMs
GVBAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 6,890 ft / 2,100 m | 148 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Tower | Boa Vista Tower | 118.900 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NNE (from about 22.5°), on 37% of observations, averaging 14 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 75% | 1,011 ft | |
| Feb | 60% | 937 ft | |
| Mar | 64% | 974 ft | |
| Apr | 62% | 1,085 ft | |
| May | 59% | 1,130 ft | |
| Jun | 49% | 1,249 ft | |
| Jul | 47% | 1,412 ft | |
| Aug | 46% | 1,642 ft | |
| Sep | 62% | 1,724 ft | |
| Oct | 73% | 1,679 ft | |
| Nov | 84% | 1,449 ft | |
| Dec | 76% | 1,174 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~937–1,724 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Aristides Pereira International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Aristides Pereira International Airport?
The ICAO code for Aristides Pereira International Airport is GVBA, and its IATA code is BVC.
Where is Aristides Pereira International Airport located?
Aristides Pereira International Airport is large airport located in Rabil, Cape Verde, at an elevation of 69 ft (21 m).
How many runways does Aristides Pereira International Airport have?
Aristides Pereira International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,890 ft / 2,100 m.
Which airlines fly to Aristides Pereira International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Aristides Pereira International Airport include Luxair, TACV, TAP Portugal, TUIfly, Thomsonfly, Transavia France, among 7 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Aristides Pereira International Airport?
Historical data lists 6 nonstop destinations from Aristides Pereira International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Aristides Pereira International Airport in?
Aristides Pereira International Airport is in the Atlantic/Cape Verde time zone (UTC-01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Aristides Pereira International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Aristides Pereira International Airport is approximately 7.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Aristides Pereira International Airport?
The nearest airport to Aristides Pereira International Airport is Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID), about 36.5 nm to the n, followed by Maio Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Aristides Pereira International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.