Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is four hours behind Lisbon, where Lisbon Portela Airport is located. Ottawa observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your LIS to Ottawa flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from LIS to Ottawa with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Travelling from central Lisbon to LIS takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kms (4 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near LIS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Ottawa, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Lisbon Portela Airport's on-time performance, 64.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Ottawa
£224 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Ottawa flight. A return plane ticket right now is £468. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LIS to Ottawa if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across the month and snap up a sweet deal.
There's no need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from LIS to Ottawa.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Ottawa by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central Ottawa. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've jetted in on a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy accommodation options near YND.
Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore corners of Ottawa that aren't in every guidebook. Browse the options available from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks in advance of your flight from LIS to Ottawa. If you're planning to travel during peak season, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is around 13 kms (8 miles) from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Ottawa has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
Following your LIS to Ottawa flight, kick back at a hotel close to YOW. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You'll find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Ottawa. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Ottawa in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Lisbon Portela Airport to Ottawa plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LIS to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Ottawa, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 354 kms (220 miles) south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 153 kms (95 miles) east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without visiting Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.