Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Lisbon is five hours ahead of Philadelphia and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from PHL to LIS start at 19:00 — the earliest with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:45 with American Airlines. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Philadelphia International Airport to Lisbon Airport flights.
Your PHL to LIS flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Getting to Lisbon (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Lisbon Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering PHL to LIS flights. A dependable 83.05% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Lisbon Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between PHL and LIS:
London Heathrow Airport
Madrid Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Lisbon Airport flight is $485. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,080. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from PHL to LIS.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Lisbon Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from PHL to LIS.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near PHL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Lisbon Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Philadelphia International Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Lisbon Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lisbon's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Lisbon Airport around two weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Lisbon Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Lisbon. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Lisbon Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to LIS in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
Amadora is another sought-after destination in Portugal and is around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. No trip is complete without dropping by Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.