Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Atlanta is 4 hours behind Lisbon, where Lisbon Portela Airport is located. Atlanta operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from LIS to Atlanta, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from LIS to Atlanta, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
If you hold a passport from Portugal, you'll need an ETA to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Atlanta for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before flying.
LIS is about 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 59 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Atlanta? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LIS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Atlanta
C$505 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Atlanta. A return flight starts at C$937. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LIS to Atlanta. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Atlanta.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Atlanta. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to the centre of Atlanta takes around 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 9 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Atlanta, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ATL:
Best time to go to Atlanta
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Atlanta while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Atlanta, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Atlanta in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from LIS to Atlanta around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Atlanta
Once you've booked your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Atlanta, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Atlanta:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Atlanta itinerary.
Complete your Atlanta trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Atlanta and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Atlanta.