Lisbon: Flights
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Cheap Flights to Lisbon
Finding discount airline flights to Lisbon is no easy task. To make this task simpler, we carry out a daily airfare search to provide you with the latest flight deals and special airfare offers for Lisbon. Whether you are traveling for a weekend business trip, a short city break or a long relaxing holiday, you will find the cheapest Lisbon flights. While we opt for the cheapest airfares, we also select sponsors and airlines that offer the most direct flight routes, ensuring your comfort at all times.
How to Find Flight Deals to Lisbon
Be Flexible with Your Travel Dates!If you're inflexible with your dates you probably will not be able to take advantage of any of the pricing variations airlines use. Airfare prices always fluctuate depending on the day and time of the week. It is always cheaper to fly mid week than on a weekend for example, or late at night rather than during the day. It has also shown to be cheaper to fly out after major holidays than before. That week after Christmas is when you can take advantage of cheap flights because people don't prefer to fly when they are with their families and New Years Eve is around the corner. Oddly enough, flight prices drop a bit on Tuesday nights too.
Local Travel Info in Lisbon
Internal Flights and Major International Airports in Lisbon
Lisbon’s international airport is called the Aeroporto da Portela and lies between Lisbon and Loures, north of Lisbon proper, in the Greater Lisbon area. It has one domestic and one international terminal and is readily accessible by car, bus and taxi services.
Getting to and from the Airport in Lisbon
Airport buses and shuttles leave every 20 minutes and connect to destinations throughout Lisbon including Cais do Sodré, Metro, tram and rail stations. Tickets are 3.50€ and valid for 24 hours. Taxis and limousines are the fastest method of travel between Lisbon Portela Airport and the city and cost around 10-15€.
Renting Cars in Lisbon
Cars can be rented at Lisbon Airport (Portela) from various firms, which are consolidated in the airport’s arrivals area. Rates may vary depending on the season, but start at 113€ per week, with higher per day rates for less than a week’s rental. It is advisable to book well in advance and use EasyTerra, a service combining several different car rental companies. Besides the airport, pickup and drop off points are lo-cated at offices throughout Lisbon.
To book car rental in Lisbon online, view our Car Hire section for Lisbon. We offer Ok Alpha users the latest special offers and best rates available for car hire in Lisbon. We advise you book your Lisbon hire car in advance so you can pick it up and drop it off directly at the airport.
Drivers License Requirements in Lisbon
To drive in Lisbon and Portugal you must be of at least 18 years of age and have a valid drivers license from your country of origin or residence. Licenses from all EU countries are valid in Portugal and an inter-national or US driving license may be used for up to six months.
Lisbon by Bus
Bus service in Lisbon is affordable, reliable and reaches almost all areas of Greater Lisbon. Most buses are run by Carris, with companies such as Vimeca sharing service in some municipalities. Bus tickets are 0.81€ prepaid, 1.40€ if purchased onboard from the driver, with discounts for daily (3.70€) and monthly (22.60€) passes and tickets purchased in bulk.
Lisbon by Metro
Lisbon’s Metro system is extensive, cheap, reliable and clean. Fares are 0.80€ for travel within 1 zone and 1.10€ for 2 zones. Monthly cards are 18.50€ for Crown L (central Lisbon) and 27.20€ for all Metro network travel. A one day combined card for unlimited bus and Metro is 3.70€.
Lisbon by Tram
Trams in Lisbon (eléctricos) are a mix of small classic old models and ultra modern tram cars introduced in recent years. Tram lines run across the city proper (including 4 funiculars, ascending very steep inclines) and west towards Belém and Algés. Tram 28 is the best way to see the picturesque narrow lanes and buildings of the old city.
Lisbon by Taxi
Taxis rides in Lisbon are generally safe and comfortable with prices usually not exceeding 10€ for travel within the city. Lisbon taxis are normally large Mercedes sedans/saloon cars and are cream in color.
Cycling in Lisbon
Central Lisbon is hilly, has a lot of traffic and is not ideal for cycling. Up the coast towards Oeiras and Cascais, however, is some great cycling and mountain biking terrain. Cascais even has free bikes which can be borrowed from several locations. There is a terrific bike path up the coast from Cascais along the coast to Guincho, offering stunning views of the ocean and cliffs.
Water Transport in Lisbon
Lisbon water transport consists of boat or ferry services departing from Barreiro, Trafaria, Montijo and Cacilhas stations from Cais do Sodré Metro, tram and train station. There are also ferry tours up and down the river Tagus.
