Travelling from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
Porto's timezone is UTC+0, making Porto one hour behind Ljubljana.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your LJU to OPO flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Porto Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between LJU and OPO:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Porto Airport (OPO)
Currently, £86 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Porto Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £145. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LJU to OPO, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Porto Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU)
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that depart LJU reach their destination without delay.
To get to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport from central Ljubljana, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 15 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 55 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LJU? If you're catching an early flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Porto Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
If you have a late Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Porto Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near OPO:
Go where the road takes you with a Porto Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Drive & Go and discover more of Porto and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Porto Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
Porto Airport is roughly 10 miles from central Porto. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Porto Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Porto. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Porto Airport for August if you want to explore Porto during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LJU to OPO around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Portugal you'll want to see. Around 170 miles south of Porto, a trip to Lisbon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Around 170 miles south of Porto, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.