When is the Praia to Sal route most turbulent?

See the monthly chart above for exact patterns. Transatlantic and mountain routes are typically roughest in winter (Dec–Mar). Tropical and Caribbean routes peak during monsoon season (Jul–Sep).

What aircraft operates the RAI to SID route?

The RAI–SID route is typically operated by Airbus A320 · Airbus A319. Airlines include TACV.

Is turbulence on RAI to SID dangerous?

No — turbulence on the RAI–SID route is not dangerous to the aircraft. Modern commercial aircraft are built to withstand far more stress than any turbulence encountered. The main risk is to unbelted passengers. Always keep your seatbelt fastened when seated.

How can I check turbulence before my RAI to SID flight?

Use the Turbulence Forecast app (iOS & Android) for real-time PIREPs, SIGMET alerts, and AI-powered forecasts for the RAI–SID route. The app shows minute-by-minute turbulence timing for your specific flight date.

RAI to SID Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Praia to Sal flight turbulent?

The RAI–SID route typically experiences smooth turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on RAI to SID?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Airbus A320 · Airbus A319, that's rows 14–22. Avoid the rear of the aircraft where turbulence is felt most.

Q: How long is the flight from RAI to SID?

The RAI to SID flight takes approximately 0h 10m, covering 103 miles (90 nautical miles) at a cruising altitude of 25,000 feet.

Is the Praia to Sal flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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Praia · Sal · 0h 10m

Turb Score

0h 10m

Duration

90 nm

Distance

25,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Smooth

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for RAI–SID

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About the RAI–SID route

The Praia to Sal route crosses the North Atlantic, where the jet stream is the primary source of turbulence. Flying at 25,000 feet, the aircraft encounters the strongest bumps roughly 2–5 hours into the flight. This is clear-air turbulence — no clouds, no visual warning — which makes a pre-flight forecast especially valuable.

The route is served by TACV on Airbus A320 · Airbus A319 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 25,000 feet over a distance of 103 miles (90 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth.

Praia to Sal Flight Time

How long is the flight from RAI to SID?

0h 10m

Flight Time

103 mi

Distance

25,000 ft

Cruising Altitude

Airbus A320

Aircraft

The Praia (RAI) to Sal (SID) flight takes approximately 0h 10m, covering 103 miles (90 nautical miles) at 25,000 feet. The route is operated by TACV. Return flights (SID to RAI) take a similar time, though westbound transatlantic and transpacific routes are typically 30–60 minutes longer due to headwinds.

Turbulence levels on RAI–SID

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly RAI–SID

Turbulence by month

Smooth

Light

Moderate

Rough

Best seat on RAI–SID

Airbus A320

Front

Rows 1–13

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 14–22

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 23+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Passenger Reports

I always expect the worst on longer flights but this one surprised me. Very little turbulence, only a few small bumps on descent. Manageable even for me.

Nervous flyer · April

Totally smooth October flight. The seatbelt sign came on once briefly over the mountains but nothing actually happened. Great trip.

Leisure traveler · October

Fly this route pretty regularly for work. Most of the time it's smooth — January was completely fine, not a bump worth mentioning.

Business traveler · January

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Praia to Sal flight turbulent?

The RAI–SID route typically experiences smooth turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 10/100.

When is turbulence worst on RAI to SID?

Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on RAI to SID?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14–22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from RAI to SID?

The RAI to SID flight takes approximately 0h 10m, covering 103 miles (90 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly RAI to SID?

The main airlines operating this route are TACV, flying Airbus A320 · Airbus A319 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

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