Osvaldo Vieira International Airport-OXB-Osvaldo Vieira Intl.
Osvaldo Veira International Airport in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau is the only facility of its kind located in Bissau. Located in the capital city, the airport initially took the name Bissalanca from 1963 to 1974. The airport was mainly used as the home base of the Portuguese Air Force. Closed due to the Guinea-Bissau War of Independence, it was closed momentarily and was reopened in July 1999. The first flight to the airport after the war landed with Prime Minister Francisco Fadul together with other dignitaries from Portugal.
Best Time to Visit
OXB-Osvaldo Vieira Intl. features a single runway with a length of 10,500 feet. It is located 128 feet above sea level. Among the three airports located in the region, this airport is the only one with a paved runway. Current airlines served in the airport include the Air Senegal, ASKY Airlines, euroAtlantic Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Tap Air Portugal and Transair. Bissau would be a great place to visit while exploring the nearby region. Several interesting points of attractions are also close to the region.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Whether it’s for sightseeing or looking for a relaxing sleep before a flight, there are plenty of OXB-Osvaldo Vieira Intl. hotels that can accommodate you in the area. Located 3.4 kilometers from the airport is the Ledger Plaza Bissau Hotel. A little bit further from the hotel at 6.7 kilometers away is the Hotel Azalai. Local conveniences are situated close to these locations.
On this page it is easy to search for Bissau, Guinea-Bissau airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Bissau, Guinea-Bissau (OXB-Osvaldo Vieira Intl.) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the OXB airport.
Most of these OXB
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Bissau, Guinea-Bissau
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the OXB airport are French Cultural Center, Bissau Velho, and French Cultural Center.
Map of Bissau, Guinea-Bissau Hotels
View all Bissau, Guinea-Bissau (OXB-Osvaldo Vieira Intl.) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Bissau, Guinea-Bissau (OXB-Osvaldo Vieira Intl.) location map.
Weather Forecast for Bissau, Guinea-Bissau (OXB-Osvaldo Vieira Intl.)
If you planning to travel to Bissau, Guinea-Bissau (OXB-Osvaldo Vieira Intl.), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 6:33 AM.
The temperature feels like 86.2 with a humidity level of 64 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 11 percent with visibility at 14.9 percent.
Today’s UV index is 2, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling west at a speed of 7 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 7:22 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Friday
5/31
Few clouds
83°F
High: 101°F
Low: 77°F
Precipitation: 0%
Today
6/1
Broken clouds
84°F
High: 92°F
Low: 78°F
Precipitation: 0%
Sunday
6/2
Broken clouds
84°F
High: 92°F
Low: 79°F
Precipitation: 0%
Monday
6/3
Broken clouds
85°F
High: 93°F
Low: 80°F
Precipitation: 0%
Tuesday
6/4
Broken clouds
85°F
High: 93°F
Low: 80°F
Precipitation: 0%
Wednesday
6/5
Broken clouds
85°F
High: 93°F
Low: 80°F
Precipitation: 0%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Bissau, Guinea-Bissau OXB airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free OXB airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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