Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): What you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS).
The average time for a direct Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is 9 hours 40 minutes.
Lisbon is three hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro. Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route is from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), with 12 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from GIG to LIS is the 3:40pm TAP Portugal service. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 10:10pm with TAP Portugal.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rio De Janeiro to LIS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) take off from this terminal.
TAP Portugal is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport jetting out of GIG.
TAP Portugal is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from GIG to LIS.
TAP Portugal shines when it comes to on-time performance. An exceptional 88.89% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to LIS that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between GIG and LIS include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Travelling from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can arrive at SDU from central Rio De Janeiro in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to LIS flight:
78.67% of flights out of Santos Dumont Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and discover more of Lisbon and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around two weeks before your Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport flight.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Central Lisbon is about 6 kilometres from Lisbon Portela Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport is $628. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $859. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to LIS by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing cheap Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Lisbon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Rio De Janeiro to LIS flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lisbon
Start your Lisbon trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Lisbon Portela Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Belém and Pasteis de Belém are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Lisbon itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Lisbon, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Porto to tick off its must-visit sights. From Ribeira District to Rio Douro and Livraria Lello, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Coimbra is another well-known destination in Portugal and is around 177 kilometres north of Lisbon. No trip is complete without experiencing Biblioteca Joanina, Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra) and Mesquita de Coimbra.