It depends. To decide whether you can catch your international flight after a ferry from La Digue or Praslin, you need to consider the full transfer time and the airport check-in requirements.
- The ferry from La Digue to Mahé takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes, including a stop in Praslin.
- The ferry from Praslin to Mahé takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
- Once you arrive at the Mahé harbor, expect to wait 5 to 30 minutes for your luggage, depending on your travel class (business class luggage is handled with priority).
- The drive from the harbor to Seychelles International Airport takes around 15 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic.
- International check-in usually closes 60 minutes before departure — please confirm with your airline.
Important note for business class travelers:
If you’re booked in business class, your luggage is unloaded first. In order to be the first to leave the harbor, use a taxi instead of the airport shuttle, as the shuttle waits for all passengers before departing.
Example:
If your flight leaves at 17:20, and you take the ferry from La Digue at 13:30 (or from Praslin at 14:00), you will arrive on Mahé at around 15:15.
- Add 5–30 minutes for luggage handling
- Add 20–30 minutes to reach the airport
This puts your airport arrival between 15:40 and 16:15 — meaning it’s possible, but very tight. Any small delay could cause you to miss your flight.
👉 We are not responsible if you miss your flight due to delays or tight scheduling. Please plan with extra buffer time whenever possible.