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✈️ Cheap flights to Seychelles
Compare fares to Seychelles from hundreds of airlines and travel sites – fly into Seychelles Intl (SEZ). Find the best time to fly, flight times from major cities and every airport.
🛬 Airports in Seychelles
| Code | Airport | City | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEZ | Seychelles Intl | Seychelles (Mahé) | Main |
| PRI | Praslin Island | Praslin Island | Regional |
Seychelles International Airport on Mahé is the gateway for international flights; domestic flights and ferries connect Mahé with Praslin, La Digue and other islands.
📅 Best time to fly to Seychelles
Best: April to May and October to November – calm seas, light winds and excellent visibility for snorkelling and diving.
Cheaper shoulder season: June to September – drier and breezier with the southeast trade winds, though some beaches see rough seas and seaweed.
Avoid: No bad time – but December to February is hot, humid and the wettest period, with heavy tropical showers.
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⏱️ Flight times to Seychelles
| Route | Distance | Flight time (nonstop) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Seychelles | 8,174 km | 10 h 30 min | |
| New York → Seychelles | 13,581 km | 17 h 00 min* | |
| Los Angeles → Seychelles | 16,700 km | 20 h 45 min* | |
| Chicago → Seychelles | 14,510 km | 18 h 10 min* | |
| Miami → Seychelles | 14,761 km | 18 h 25 min* | |
| San Francisco → Seychelles | 16,345 km | 20 h 20 min* | |
| Toronto → Seychelles | 13,850 km | 17 h 20 min* | |
| Paris → Seychelles | 7,849 km | 10 h 05 min | |
| Frankfurt → Seychelles | 7,561 km | 9 h 45 min | |
| Dubai → Seychelles | 3,326 km | 4 h 40 min | |
| Delhi → Seychelles | 4,357 km | 5 h 55 min | |
| Mumbai → Seychelles | 3,253 km | 4 h 35 min | |
| Singapore → Seychelles | 5,426 km | 7 h 10 min | |
| Sydney → Seychelles | 10,237 km | 13 h 00 min |
Flight times are estimates for a nonstop flight; with a connection allow 2–5 hours more. * Very long routes usually need a stop.
📍 Where to go in Seychelles
- Mahé – The largest island, home to Victoria, mountain trails and beaches such as Beau Vallon and Anse Intendance.
- Praslin – Famous for the Vallée de Mai and the dreamy beaches of Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette.
- La Digue – A small, slow-paced island of bicycles, granite boulders and world-famous beaches.
- Victoria – One of the world's smallest capitals, with a colourful market, clock tower and Hindu temple.
- Curieuse Island – Home to giant tortoises, mangrove boardwalks and the ruins of a former leper colony.
- Sainte Anne Marine National Park – A cluster of islands with snorkelling, glass-bottom boat trips and calm waters.
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Flights to Seychelles: questions
What is the main airport in Seychelles?
The main international airport is Seychelles Intl (SEZ) in Seychelles. Other airports with scheduled flights include Praslin Island (PRI).
How long is the flight from London to Seychelles?
A nonstop flight from London to Seychelles covers about 8,174 km and takes around 10 h 30 min. With a connection, plan for a few extra hours.
When is the best time to fly to Seychelles?
April to May and October to November – calm seas, light winds and excellent visibility for snorkelling and diving.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Seychelles?
Fares are usually lowest outside the peak season. Good-value months: June to September – drier and breezier with the southeast trade winds, though some beaches see rough seas and seaweed.
Do I need a visa to fly to Seychelles?
It depends on your passport. See our Seychelles visa & entry guide for the rules, then check with the official embassy before you book.
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