Flights to lisbon
Cheap Flights to lisbon
Overview
Portugal's capital is one of Europe's most exciting destinations. It may be down to the artistic renaissance that the city is undergoing or its youthful, creative population. Or perhaps its the amalgamation of admiring museums and historical attractions. Whatever the reasons, Lisbon will enthral everyone who visits.
Sit by the river Tagus sipping the local wine in a summer evening, or take the funicular railway up into the Bairro Alto to enjoy area's clubs and bars . Climb up to the castle and take in the breathtaking views across surrounding areas of Lisbon, or unfurl your towel at Cascais.
Lisbon's blend of art, rich history, coastal relaxation, fine food and excellent public transportation is hard to beat. That's why people are flocking to the city - why not join them?
Climate
Lisbon has warm summers with temperatures often in the mid-80s (Fahrenheit), and wet, windy winters with temperatures around 50 degrees. Even in the coldest months of December and January the city rarely sees freezing temperatures, although the rain can make it feel colder. The hottest months are July and August, and the coolest is December through February.
Travel Information
Language: Portuguese & English
Currency: Euro (€)
Local time: GMT +7
Avg. Flight Time: 2h 45m
Best Time To Visit
Lisbon is nearly a year-round destination, however it's at its best amidst March and May and around late September and early October. In those months, you might notice yourself avoiding the intense summer heat but still enjoying amazing sightseeing and even beaches .
Lisbon Attractions and Activities
1. Superb Seafood, Meat, and Wines
Lisbon is a marvellous city when it comes to gourmet food; those who love food especially travel to the city to sample seafood. Clams, lobster, salt cod, shrimp, and monkfish are fixtures on menus across the city. Savour Ti-Natercia and wash your meal down with a glass of rich wine served at the nearby Douro Valley.
2. Fascinating Historical Sights
Lisbon has quite a history. For years it was a Moorish city, and the citadel and Alfama are a legacy of this period. After some time, it started being called the capital of Portugal and the nation explored the world. If your interest lies into history, São Jorge Castle and the City Museum are mandatory to visit.
3. Atmospheric Streets to Explore by Foot
Part of the fun of visiting Lisbon is exploring the ancient neighbourhoods on foot. Sure, there might be a few hilly areas, but the Chiado, Bairro Alto, and Alfama reward anyone and everyone with the energy to venture into their dense networks of cobbled streets. Here you can come across souvenir stores, hidden restaurants and lively bars that are frequented by locals.
4. Coastal Resorts within Easy Reach
One of the best and most convenient things about Lisbon is that you can be at the beach within a second. Resorts like Cascais and Estoril can be reached by train in around 20 minutes.
5. A Thriving Art and Design Scene
New galleries have popped up like the Museu Coleção Berardo with its focus on pop art and minimalism, the collection at the Centro de Arte Moderna keeps expanding, and areas like Belém are a hotbed of street art.
Airlines Operate Flight to Lisbon
- TAP Portugal
- British Airways
- SWISS
- Lufthansa
- Luxair
Time Duration from Different Airports
- London to Lisbon - 2h 45m
- Manchester to Lisbon - 2h 50m
- Newcastle to Lisbon - 5h 5m
- Birmingham to Lisbon - 5h 10m
- Glasgow to Lisbon - 5h
- Edinburgh to Lisbon - 3h 10m
- Belfast to Lisbon - 5h 35m
Distance to the City Centre
Humberto Delgado Airport, also known simply as Lisbon Airport or Portela Airport, is an international airport located 7 km (4.3 mi) from the city centre of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal.
Transport from Lisbon
You can get to Lisbon’s centre by boarding a bus, taxi or metro train at one of the terminals at Lisbon International Airport. Quickly discover Portugal’s capital city built on seven hills encircling the Bay of Lisbon.
Visa Requirements for Lisbon
Any UK citizen who holds either a full UK passport or a BOTC, BOC, BPP or BS passport can travel to Portugal and visa-free. Although, most of the non-EU nationals living in the United Kingdom still need a Schengen visa to travel to Portugal.
Make sure you have a valid passport along with the following:
A valid passport issued within the time interval of 10 years.
A valid passport consisting two completely blank pages - one for the visa stamp and an additional spare page
A valid passport with a validity of not less than three months after the date you exit the Schengen Area.
Tips for your stay in Lisbon
- Whenever you are stepping out to explore Lisbon, always make sure you are backed up with a pair of comfortable sports shoes.
- To experience the best part of the city sights, hunt the route # 28 - it has most picturesque spots to admire.
- For free entry into museums and galleries, contact the nearest tourist information service.
- Visiting a restaurant in late hours won’t get your food so it is better to visit a little early as they are open only till 10 o’clock.
- As the city is a little peace and quiet, avoid setting out alone in the remote areas and especially with precious items.
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