Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Lisbon four hours behind Dubai.
Flights from DXB to LIS start from 07:25 — the first with Emirates. The latest departure is at 14:30 with Emirates. In total, you can choose from 14 weekly Dubai Airport to Lisbon Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your DXB to LIS flight.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Emirates has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Lisbon Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Lisbon — and maybe even more of Portugal if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Emirates on this route.
Emirates leads the way as the most punctual carrier for DXB to LIS flights, with 80.33% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Lisbon Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DXB and LIS include:
Istanbul Airport
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Lisbon Airport flight is $268. A round-trip fare is currently $538. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from DXB to LIS, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Lisbon Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from DXB to LIS is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Dubai to Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near DXB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Lisbon Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Dubai Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Lisbon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Lisbon and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Lisbon Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Lisbon. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
August is the busiest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Lisbon Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Lisbon in March.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Dubai Airport to Lisbon Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to LIS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
Around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.