Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Faro Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 50 minutes.
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Faro.
Each week, there are 25 Faro Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, jump on the 06:05 TAP Portugal flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 18:25 with TAP Portugal.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your FAO to LIS flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
TAP Portugal is your ticket to exploring Lisbon (and perhaps some other great corners of Portugal!). Browse the direct flights from Faro Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with TAP Portugal on this route.
TAP Portugal is the most punctual carrier that offers FAO to LIS flights. A reliable 83.71% of its services on this route land on time.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Faro Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FAO and LIS:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Bilbao Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Currently, $23 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $51. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book five months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from FAO to LIS.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from FAO to LIS.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Faro Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of all flights leaving Faro Airport, 76.66% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Faro Airport from central Faro, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near FAO. Whether you have an early flight from Faro Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Faro Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and discover more of Lisbon and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is roughly 10 kilometers from the center of Lisbon. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Faro Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Lisbon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Faro Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from FAO to LIS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Portugal just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometers north of Lisbon, a trip to Porto will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
Around 8 kilometers north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another favorite stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.