Flying from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) departing from here.
Approximately 6 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Lisbon is 4 hours ahead of Philadelphia. Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
The most popular route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), with 9 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHL to LIS is the 18:50 American Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 22:35 with American Airlines.
Your flight from Philadelphia to LIS won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more people on the move during busy months like August, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You can jump on a direct flight from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) out of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
You can book a direct flight from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport with American Airlines. This leading airline operates services from PHL.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from Philadelphia to LIS departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
PHL is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Have an early flight from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Philadelphia International Airport:
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near LIS:
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 22 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 59 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport is C$543. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,076. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from Philadelphia to LIS.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
February is the quietest time to fly to Lisbon. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in June. This is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Philadelphia to LIS in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Lisbon
After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Lisbon Portela Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lisbon:
Torre de Belem Garden and Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Lisbon to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
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