Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Lisbon (LIS)

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Flight deals from Cape Town to Lisbon

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Lisbon Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,004. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lisbon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Lisbon flights are currently cheapest in July.

Cape Town to Lisbon: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Lisbon below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lisbon.

Cape Town to Lisbon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$794
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Lisbon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Lisbon is $794. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Lisbon. But we found flights with one or more stops from $794.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Lisbon.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lisbon is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Lisbon Airport on Wednesday, 14 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Lisbon Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lisbon but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lisbon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, TAAG Angola Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lisbon.

Travelling from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Cape Town.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your CPT to LIS flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like November. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cape Town Airport to Lisbon Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between CPT and LIS include:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Munich Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town Airport to Lisbon Airport flight is $406. A round-trip ticket right now is $794. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPT to LIS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport to Lisbon Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CPT to LIS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town Airport to Lisbon Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CPT arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.

  • Cape Town Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near CPT? If you've booked an early flight from Cape Town Airport to Lisbon Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near LIS if you're catching a late Cape Town Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Follow your own route with a Lisbon Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and find adventure across Lisbon and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Lisbon Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon

  • Lisbon Airport to central Lisbon has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town Airport to Lisbon Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Lisbon based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Cape Town Airport to Lisbon Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CPT to LIS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of Portugal

  • Lisbon is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Portugal waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a visit to Porto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.

  • Around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.