Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Orlando: what you need to know
Orlando is 4 hours behind Lisbon, where Lisbon Portela Airport is located. Orlando operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from LIS to Orlando.
Flying during a popular month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from LIS to Orlando, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you have a passport from Portugal, you will need an ETA to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Orlando for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and certainly before you fly.
Travelling from central Lisbon to LIS takes about 59 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 miles in 22 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel close to LIS? If you've booked an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Orlando, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Orlando
£190 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Orlando. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £428. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from LIS to Orlando, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Orlando throughout the entire month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is approximately 20 miles. It'll take you around 22 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Orlando, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MCO:
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
The centre of Orlando is approximately 30 miles from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Once your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Orlando has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 36 minutes.
The journey will take about 2 hours and 3 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near SFB. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from LIS to Orlando at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Orlando
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Orlando. July is the most popular month to travel to Orlando. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Orlando, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from LIS to Orlando around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Orlando
Once you've booked your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Orlando, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Orlando:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Orlando itinerary.
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