Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) jetting off from here.
The average duration of a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport is 9 hours 43 minutes.
Lisbon is 3 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro. Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) is the busiest route. TAP Air Portugal operates the earliest flight at 13:10. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from GIG to LIS is with TAP Air Portugal at 22:15.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rio De Janeiro to LIS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Take the express route from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Nonstop flights from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) can be booked from here.
When departing from GIG, you can catch a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport with TAP Air Portugal.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Rio De Janeiro to LIS. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
From the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG is around 11 miles away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Need a convenient hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport, nothing beats 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 options near LIS:
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport to the centre of Lisbon is around 22 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 miles away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 59 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
For a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport, £235 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just £536. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ based on availability.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to LIS.
To snag the best deal on your tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport, book your trip for June (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices drop. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to LIS.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Lisbon. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to LIS for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lisbon to range from 16ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Lisbon
Start your Lisbon trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport, explore 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 begin. Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle are leading attractions which should be on every Lisbon itinerary.
Complete your Lisbon trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Lisbon and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.