Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport take 3 hours 9 minutes. Edinburgh and Lisbon are in the same timezone (UTC+0), meaning you won't have to change your watch when you land.
There are 7 flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport every week. Get the 05:20 flight if you want to set off as soon as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from LIS to EDI departs at 21:55.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Visiting Edinburgh (and then seeing more of United Kingdom!) is easy with easyJet. This popular airline has direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LIS and EDI are:
Stansted Airport
Bristol Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from LIS to EDI, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
C$47 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Return flights start from C$97. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from LIS to EDI.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Lisbon, Lisbon Portela Airport can be reached in approximately 22 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 59 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LIS:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you have a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near EDI:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the center of Edinburgh is about 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the center on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Edinburgh in February.
Before locking in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from LIS to EDI sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Edinburgh
Start your Edinburgh trip right by finding a great stay. After booking your flight from LIS to EDI, have a look at our hotel options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Edinburgh itinerary.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Edinburgh Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Edinburgh vacation.