Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt is one hour ahead of Lisbon, where Lisbon Portela Airport is located. Frankfurt runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route, with 44 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from LIS to FRA is with TAP Portugal at 18:30. Opt for the first departure with Lufthansa at 05:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a relaxed start to your LIS to Frankfurt flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt ticket. Begin your trip at LIS and end it at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Lufthansa is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from LIS to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Located around 4 miles from the centre of Lisbon, LIS can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
In search of a hotel near LIS? If you've booked an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Lisbon Portela Airport's on-time performance, 64.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Frankfurt
£51 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt flight. A return ticket right now is £115. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from LIS to Frankfurt, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from LIS to Frankfurt.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 9 miles. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to FRA if you're coming in on a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and discover more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from LIS to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 75 miles from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your LIS to Frankfurt flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Before scheduling your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Frankfurt offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Book a Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LIS to Frankfurt in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Frankfurt:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are must-do's during your Frankfurt adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Frankfurt. Around 260 miles away to the north-east, its best attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 240 miles north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.