Cheap flights from London to Bissau

Guinea-Bissau experiences dry conditions during the winter months when daylight hours are shorter compared to summer. February stands out as the period with lower fares, though prices remain visible for October through April and into January. Weekday departures generally cost less than weekend flights on most routes, while holiday periods around Christmas tend to push demand higher across all carriers serving this destination.

TAP Portugal and Portug provide full-service connections through Lisbon with checked baggage included in standard fares. Ethiopian Airlines offers service via Addis Ababa where meals are typically part of the ticket price. Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines, and AIR PEACE each bring different routing options from their respective hubs, though all require transfers on this route since no nonstop option exists.

Osvaldo Vieira airport sits just outside Bissau's main urban area with taxis available for the short transfer into town. The distance is manageable but you should factor in potential traffic when planning your arrival schedule after a connecting flight. Most visitors find ground transport straightforward, though having local currency ready helps avoid complications upon landing.

Currency

XOF (F)

Power sockets

Type C · 220 V

Language

Portuguese

Emergency number

112, 119, 121

Driving side

right

Calling code

+245

Internet domain

.gw

Population of Bissau

492 k (2015)

Time zone

UTC+00 (Africa/Bissau)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Choose which London airport suits your connection timing since five options exist including Heathrow and Gatwick among others
• Check whether baggage allowance covers only carry-on if booking with carriers that charge extra for checked bags
• Verify visa requirements specific to Guinea-Bissau before purchasing tickets as entry rules vary by nationality
• Book connections on the same ticket when possible to protect against missed transfers due to delays
• Consider travel during February pricing window rather than peak holiday periods for better rates