Amílcar Cabral International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 30m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Amílcar Cabral International Airport
Amílcar Cabral International Airport, also known as Sal International Airport, is the main international airport of Cape Verde. The airport is named after the revolutionary leader Amílcar Cabral. It is located 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) west-southwest from Espargos on Sal Island. Sal is the main hub for the national airline, Cabo Verde Airlines; and serves as a base for carrier Cabo Verde Express. This airport was also one of NASA's locations for a facility to handle the Space Shuttle after reentering from orbit.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
GVACNOTAMs
GVACReference 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.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19▸ displaced | 10,760 ft / 3,280 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 07 / 25 | 4,921 ft / 1,500 m | 148 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | A/G | 345.200 MHz |
| APP | SAL APP - (V) | 126.400 MHz |
| AWOS | — | 127.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.700 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: NE (from about 45°), on 44% of observations, averaging 13 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 68% | 914 ft | |
| Feb | 52% | 870 ft | |
| Mar | 56% | 870 ft | |
| Apr | 57% | 988 ft | |
| May | 55% | 1,070 ft | |
| Jun | 47% | 1,226 ft | |
| Jul | 36% | 1,390 ft | |
| Aug | 44% | 1,620 ft | |
| Sep | 50% | 1,694 ft | |
| Oct | 66% | 1,575 ft | |
| Nov | 78% | 1,345 ft | |
| Dec | 72% | 1,070 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~870–1,694 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Amílcar Cabral International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Amílcar Cabral International Airport?
The ICAO code for Amílcar Cabral International Airport is GVAC, and its IATA code is SID.
Where is Amílcar Cabral International Airport located?
Amílcar Cabral International Airport is large airport located in Espargos, Cape Verde, at an elevation of 177 ft (54 m).
How many runways does Amílcar Cabral International Airport have?
Amílcar Cabral International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 10,760 ft / 3,280 m.
Which airlines fly to Amílcar Cabral International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Amílcar Cabral International Airport include Luxair, TACV, TAP Portugal, TUIfly, Thomsonfly, Transavia France, among 8 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Amílcar Cabral International Airport?
Historical data lists 15 nonstop destinations from Amílcar Cabral International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Amílcar Cabral International Airport in?
Amílcar Cabral International Airport is in the Atlantic/Cape Verde time zone (UTC-01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Amílcar Cabral International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Amílcar Cabral International Airport is approximately 7.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Amílcar Cabral International Airport?
The nearest airport to Amílcar Cabral International Airport is Aristides Pereira International Airport (BVC), about 36.5 nm to the s, followed by Maio Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Amílcar Cabral International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.