Cesaria Evora 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 Cesaria Evora International Airport
Cesária Évora Airport is Cape Verde's fourth-busiest airport, located on the island of São Vicente, nearly 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) from the centre of Mindelo. It is located in the valley area in the west of the island and is north of the village of São Pedro. Its runway is 2,000 metres (6,600 ft) long and its width is 45 metres (148 ft)
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Live weather
GVSVNOTAMs
GVSVReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25▸ displaced | 6,561 ft / 2,000 m | 98 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SAO VICENTE APP | 118.400 MHz |
| TWR | SAO VICENTE TWR | 118.400 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: ENE (from about 67.5°), on 48% of observations, averaging 17 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 78% | 851 ft | |
| Feb | 70% | 807 ft | |
| Mar | 86% | 844 ft | |
| Apr | 90% | 970 ft | |
| May | 97% | 1,044 ft | |
| Jun | 89% | 1,200 ft | |
| Jul | 76% | 1,356 ft | |
| Aug | 75% | 1,537 ft | |
| Sep | 76% | 1,564 ft | |
| Oct | 87% | 1,482 ft | |
| Nov | 93% | 1,282 ft | |
| Dec | 82% | 1,007 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~807–1,564 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cesaria Evora International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cesaria Evora International Airport?
The ICAO code for Cesaria Evora International Airport is GVSV, and its IATA code is VXE.
Where is Cesaria Evora International Airport located?
Cesaria Evora International Airport is large airport located in São Pedro, Cape Verde, at an elevation of 66 ft (20 m).
How many runways does Cesaria Evora International Airport have?
Cesaria Evora International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,561 ft / 2,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Cesaria Evora International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Cesaria Evora International Airport include TACV, TAP Portugal (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cesaria Evora International Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Cesaria Evora International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cesaria Evora International Airport in?
Cesaria Evora International Airport is in the Atlantic/Cape Verde time zone (UTC-01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cesaria Evora International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cesaria Evora International Airport is approximately 8.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cesaria Evora International Airport?
The nearest airport to Cesaria Evora International Airport is Agostinho Neto Airport (NTO), about 22.3 nm to the n, followed by Preguiça Airport and Mosteiros Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cesaria Evora International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.