Africa

Fly to Africa with Neos: ocean, savanna, and Atlantic islands

Neos flights to Africa connect Italy to a continent that, from a leisure traveler's perspective, can be told through three major chapters: East Africa along the Indian Ocean, between coastlines and savannas, Egypt with its pyramids, and the Atlantic archipelago of Cape Verde. An Italian airline specializing in long-haul travel, with direct connections that avoid transit through foreign hubs and take you straight to your destination. Choosing Africa with Neos means being able to move, depending on the destination, from the beaches of the Indian Ocean to the savanna parks, all the way to the constant winds of the Cape Verde islands. It is a continent that changes character from route to route and that, thanks to direct flights, remains surprisingly close.

The many faces of Africa with Neos: what to know before you go

Under the name Africa, Neos brings together destinations that are very different from one another. Along the Indian Ocean coast are Zanzibar, with its white beaches and Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Mombasa, the gateway to Kenya's coast and its Swahili heritage; beyond them, Tanzania and Kenya open the door to the great world of the savanna, with the Serengeti, Masai Mara, and Kilimanjaro. Egypt represents yet another side of Africa, suspended between the millennial legacy of Cairo and Luxor and the seaside landscapes of the Red Sea, with destinations such as Sharm el Sheikh and Marsa Alam. On the Atlantic side, meanwhile, Cape Verde is a volcanic archipelago defined by beaches, arid landscapes, and steady winds.
Climate and seasons also change dramatically from one region to another: the Indian Ocean coast follows the rhythm of dry and rainy seasons, Egypt has a predominantly desert climate, while Cape Verde remains dry and breezy for most of the year. For this reason, it is best to focus on the individual destination rather than the continent as a whole, choosing the travel period according to the destination and the type of trip.

Direct Neos flights to Africa: comparing flight durations

Flight times to Africa vary significantly depending on the destination. Egypt is the closest African destination, with connections from Italy generally ranging between three and five hours, depending on the arrival airport and flight schedule. Reaching Cape Verde takes approximately six hours, while East Africa is farther away: Mombasa requires approximately eight to nine hours, and Zanzibar about nine hours.

Must-see in Africa

The Africa served by Neos makes it possible to create profoundly different travel experiences. Along the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar combines the turquoise waters of Nungwi and Paje with the charm of Stone Town, while Kenya's coast and Tanzania open the way to journeys through the Masai Mara, Tsavo, and Serengeti, among great predators, elephants, and vast savanna landscapes. Egypt changes the scenery completely: Cairo introduces visitors to the grandeur of the Pyramids of Giza and contemporary life along the Nile; Luxor concentrates some of the country's most extraordinary archaeological sites, from the Karnak complex to the Valley of the Kings; along the Red Sea, destinations such as Sharm el Sheikh and Marsa Alam bring the focus back to the sea, with coral reefs, snorkeling, and diving.
Cape Verde, on the opposite side of the continent, is instead desert and Atlantic Ocean: the dunes of Boa Vista, the salt flats of Sal, and Creole culture accompanied by morna music. Across just a handful of routes, travelers can move from archaeology to the savanna, from coral reefs to volcanic islands, creating journeys of sea, nature, and culture that demonstrate how difficult it is to define Africa through a single travel concept.

Onboard services, baggage, and practical tips for flying to Africa with Neos

On long-haul African routes, checked baggage is always included with all fares, to be tailored according to the destination and type of trip: lighter for a beach holiday, more substantial for a safari.On board the Boeing 787 aircraft used on longer routes, the long-haul cabin design and individual entertainment system make the journey more comfortable; online check-in on neosair.com allows travelers to complete formalities in advance, with timing that varies depending on the destination. Everything begins on neosair.com, from choosing an African destination to booking a seat. Then the continent takes over: the warm waters of Zanzibar, the silence of the savanna at dawn, or the wind of the Atlantic islands that never seems to stop blowing.

FAQ

You can fly to Tanzania, Kenya, Cape Verde, Madagascar, Tunisia, Senegal, The Gambia, and Egypt.

From major Italian airports such as Milan Malpensa, Verona, and Rome, although depending on the season it may also be possible to depart from smaller airports in southern Italy with a connection through Rome or Milan.

The African destination served by Neos that is closest to Italy is Egypt, at just 4 hours of flight time..

Since Africa is a very large continent, we recommend consulting the official Viaggiare Sicuri website and specifying the destination where you intend to stay.

Compared with the Indian Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean is much larger and subject to windier conditions, while the Indian Ocean stretches across several archipelagos that also contribute to warmer waters.