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Flights to São Tomé and Príncipe from the UK require at least one connection. The most common routing goes through Lisbon with TAP Air Portugal. Total journey time runs between 10 and 14 hours depending on your layover.
TAP Air Portugal dominates this route, flying from Lisbon to São Tomé several times weekly. From London, you connect through Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport. Some routings via Accra or Lagos also exist, typically with longer journey times.
UK citizens can get a visa on arrival in São Tomé. Bring proof of accommodation, return flights, and sufficient funds. The visa costs around €20 for stays up to 15 days.
São Tomé International Airport
The main gateway to the island nation, located about 5km from the capital. TAP Air Portugal operates flights from Lisbon. Basic facilities include currency exchange and taxi services.
Príncipe Airport
Serves the smaller island of Príncipe with domestic connections from São Tomé. Inter-island flights take about 30 minutes with STP Airways.
TAP Air Portugal
TAAG Angola Airlines
Royal Air Maroc
Ethiopian Airlines
Dry season (June-September)
Best weather with minimal rainfall. Temperatures around 24-27°C. Ideal for beach holidays and hiking. Peak time for whale watching around Príncipe.
Gravana (June-August)
The driest and coolest period. Good for outdoor activities and exploring the rainforest interior. Book ahead as this is the busiest tourist season.
Shoulder seasons (May, October)
Transition months with occasional rain but fewer tourists. Good value on accommodation. Sea turtle nesting season runs October to March.
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