Flying from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Los Angeles. Check out your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when planning your flight from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS).
Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 7 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to LIS, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like spring break and summer.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from Los Angeles to LIS departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is about 32 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Van Nuys Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can arrive at VNY from central Los Angeles in about 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Los Angeles to LIS, take it easy in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Consider booking a hotel near LIS if you're taking a late flight from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
From Lisbon Portela Airport, Lisbon is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 59 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport is ₹ 21,845. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 41,512. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to get flight tickets from Los Angeles to LIS. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy a larger selection of departure times and travel dates.
Finding flight tickets from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the busiest month to travel to Lisbon. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Lisbon. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Los Angeles to LIS during then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport in January when temperatures average between 8ºC and 16ºC.
More about Lisbon
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Lisbon Portela Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lisbon:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle are highlights which should feature on any good Lisbon itinerary.
Complete your Lisbon trip with a car rental
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