Travelling from Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your journey from in Glasgow. Check out your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when booking your flight from Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS).
Lisbon (where Lisbon Portela Airport is located) and Glasgow share the UTC+0 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
Your flight from Glasgow to LIS won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Glasgow to LIS departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport, check out these options when leaving from Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Glasgow to LIS flight? Check in to a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
76.7% of all departures from Glasgow Prestwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you have a late flight from Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near LIS:
Pick up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and explore Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Lisbon. How long it takes to get there by cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Right now, C$82 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$209. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to LIS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Cheap Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS). Plan your visit to Lisbon in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Glasgow to LIS flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Lisbon
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Lisbon right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Lisbon Portela Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém are must-visits when exploring Lisbon.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Lisbon, now it's time to explore other corners of Portugal. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Porto to tick off its top attractions. From Ribeira District to Rio Douro and Livraria Lello, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Coimbra is another essential stop in Portugal and is around 177 kilometres north of Lisbon. No trip is complete without seeing Biblioteca Joanina, Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra) and Mesquita de Coimbra.