Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lisbon Airport.
London and Lisbon are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Take your pick of 73 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Lisbon Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with TAP Air Portugal is the earliest you can take. British Airways operates the latest service of the day at 20:25.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LHR to LIS flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Getting to Lisbon (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is a cinch with TAP Air Portugal. This popular airline has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with TAP Air Portugal on this route.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers LHR to LIS flights, with 67.69% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Lisbon Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LHR and LIS include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Lisbon Airport flight is $97. A return ticket is currently $203. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book eight months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHR to LIS.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lisbon Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Landing cheap flights from LHR to LIS is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lisbon Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lisbon Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Lisbon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lisbon and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Lisbon Airport about two weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lisbon Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Lisbon based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lisbon Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to LIS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Lisbon, now it's time to discover more of Portugal. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Porto to tick off its leading sights. From Ribeira District to Rio Douro and Livraria Lello, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another favourite stop in Portugal. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.