Travelling from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Sacramento. Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) jetting off from here.
Lisbon is 7 hours ahead of Sacramento. Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Sacramento to LIS. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during peak months like August, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from Sacramento to LIS departing from Sacramento International Airport (SMF), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
SMF is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport? Check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Catch some z's here before making your way to Sacramento International Airport.
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Consider booking a hotel close to LIS if you have a late flight from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 22 minutes.
It'll take around 59 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport is C$530. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$995. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Sacramento to LIS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Use the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport across each month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can easily choose a flight that fits your budget.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the busiest month to travel to Lisbon. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Before you book a flight from Sacramento to LIS, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap flights from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Lisbon
Start your Lisbon trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle are must-visits when exploring Lisbon.
Complete your Lisbon trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Lisbon and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.