Traveling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Finding a stopover for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options. Newark Liberty International Airport is a popular stopover when journeying from DSM to LIS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is C$499. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,184. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flight tickets from DSM to LIS, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Located around 10 kilometres from the center of Des Moines, Des Moines International Airport can be reached in about 14 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 43 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near DSM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you're on a late flight from Des Moines International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LIS:
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
From Lisbon Portela Airport, Lisbon is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to reach the center driving.
It takes roughly 59 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Lisbon. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you'd like to go to Lisbon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from DSM to LIS around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lisbon
Start your Lisbon trip right by finding a great stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from DSM to LIS, have a look at our range of hotel options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Lisbon itinerary.
Complete your Lisbon trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Lisbon Portela Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Lisbon.