Flying from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Bissau Airport (OXB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Lisbon Airport to Bissau Airport is 4 hours 25 minutes.
Bissau's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Lisbon.
Flights from LIS to OXB start at 08:00 — the earliest with euroAtlantic Airways. The last service of the day is at 13:30 with TAP Air Portugal. In total, there are four weekly Lisbon Airport to Bissau Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your LIS to OXB flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Bissau (and then seeing more of Guinea-Bissau!) is a snap with TAP Air Portugal. This popular airline has direct flights from Lisbon Airport to Bissau Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with TAP Air Portugal on this route.
TAP Air Portugal is the most punctual carrier operating LIS to OXB flights.
If you want to explore a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lisbon Airport to Bissau Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Mohammed V Airport is a sought-after stop between LIS and OXB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Bissau Airport (OXB)
Currently, $566 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Airport to Bissau Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $839. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LIS to OXB.
The cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Bissau Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LIS to OXB.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lisbon Airport to Bissau Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
When it comes to Lisbon Airport's on-time performance, data shows 56% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Lisbon Airport from central Lisbon, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near LIS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Bissau Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bissau Airport (OXB)
Book a hotel close to OXB if you're taking a late Lisbon Airport to Bissau Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Bissau Airport (OXB) to central Bissau
From Bissau Airport, Bissau is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Bissau Airport (OXB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Lisbon Airport to Bissau Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Bissau. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Lisbon Airport to Bissau Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Bissau, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LIS to OXB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) on average.