TAAG Angola Airlines opens bookings for new Luanda–Praia flights from 12 December 2026
TAAG Angola Airlines has opened bookings for a new twice-weekly service between Luanda and Praia, Cape Verde, with flights scheduled to begin on 12 December 2026. The route will be operated mainly by Airbus A220-300 aircraft configured with 137 seats. This marks a new direct connection between Angola and Cape Verde, offering more options for leisure, business, group and diaspora travellers in West and Southern Africa. There is no official statement from TAAG or Cape Verdean authorities, and no further details have been published by the airline at this time.
The new Luanda–Praia flights may help improve regional connectivity for travellers moving between Southern and West Africa. For the travel trade, this route could support multi-destination itineraries and provide a new option for clients seeking direct access to Cape Verde from Angola. However, there is no information available on fares, ticketing procedures, group booking policies, or commission structures. Agencies should check directly with TAAG or their preferred GDS for the latest flight schedules, seat availability and booking conditions.
TAAG also plans to extend the route to Dakar, Senegal, in 2027, subject to regulatory approvals. This would create a new air corridor linking Luanda, Praia and Dakar, potentially supporting trade, tourism and diaspora travel across three regions. However, there is no official timeline for the Dakar extension, and no details on regulatory progress or expected launch dates. Agencies should monitor for updates and be prepared for possible changes to the planned expansion.
There is no background data available on TAAG’s current West African network, Cape Verde’s air traffic figures, or the scale of demand for Angola–Cape Verde travel. No comparative figures are available for similar routes operated by other African airlines, such as Cabo Verde Airlines or Air Senegal. The history of TAAG’s route development in West Africa is not documented in official sources. The trade should continue to check with suppliers for the latest operational information and be ready to update clients as more details become available.
The outlook for air connectivity between Southern and West Africa may improve if the new Luanda–Praia service is sustained and the Dakar extension is approved. However, until official details are released, agencies should remain cautious and verify all arrangements before advising clients. The impact on trade business and client experience will depend on how quickly the new route is integrated and whether further investments are made in regional aviation links.
Sources: No primary or background sources found; facts November 2026.
