Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Seattle: what you need to know
Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, Seattle is 7 hours behind Lisbon.
To ensure you catch your flight from LIS to Seattle, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from LIS to Seattle, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you have a passport from Portugal. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle.
The journey from central Lisbon to LIS takes about 59 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 22 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LIS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Seattle
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle is C$550. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,010. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LIS to Seattle, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes around 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Once your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 11 minutes by car. Central Seattle is approximately 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 23 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from LIS to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the most popular month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle. To escape the crowds, head to Seattle in May when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from LIS to Seattle sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Gas Works - Lake View Point, Queen Anne Bowl Playfield and LMN Architects are attractions you won't want to skip in Seattle.
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