Traveling from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Keflavik International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Reykjavik.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your KEF to LIS flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Traveling to Lisbon (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is a snap with Fly Play. This popular carrier has direct flights from Keflavik International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Fly Play is the top choice for travelers on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Keflavik International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. These are the top stopovers between KEF and LIS:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Paris Orly Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Right now, $96 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Keflavik International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $194. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from KEF to LIS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Keflavik International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Keflavik International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Keflavik International Airport, data shows 66.96% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Reykjavik to Keflavik International Airport is around 48 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to KEF? If you've booked an early flight from Keflavik International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you're landing on a late Keflavik International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near LIS:
Pick up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and explore Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometers from central Lisbon. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Lisbon. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Keflavik International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KEF to LIS in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Portugal just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometers north of Lisbon, a visit to Porto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
Amadora is another sought-after destination in Portugal and is around 8 kilometers north-west of Lisbon. No journey is complete without visiting Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.