Flying from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Dusseldorf. Explore your options leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN) when planning your flight from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS).
The average length of a direct Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is one hour behind Dusseldorf.
The most popular route is from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), with 18 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from DUS to LIS is the 6:20am Eurowings service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 8:45pm with TAP Portugal.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Dusseldorf to LIS.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) can be booked from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport with TAP Portugal. This popular airline operates services from DUS.
TAP Portugal is the airline most travellers choose for flights from DUS to LIS.
Among carriers operating on this route, Eurowings has the best record for on-time arrivals.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Dusseldorf to LIS that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DUS and LIS include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Dusseldorf International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
78.28% of flights that take off from Dusseldorf International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Break up your flight from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Weeze Airport and LIS are:
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Ibiza Airport (IBZ)
Seville Airport (SVQ)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dusseldorf to NRN in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dusseldorf to LIS flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Weeze Airport:
Flights from Weeze Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80.87% of them arriving on schedule.
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Grab a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and explore Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport flight.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
The centre of Lisbon is about 6 kilometres from Lisbon Portela Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport is R 826. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,900. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dusseldorf to LIS.
June is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Dusseldorf to LIS is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport.
The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Lisbon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Dusseldorf to LIS plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lisbon to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Lisbon
Start your Lisbon trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Lisbon Portela Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Lisbon itinerary.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Portugal, consider Coimbra, about 177 kilometres north of Lisbon. Biblioteca Joanina, Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra) and Mesquita de Coimbra are key reasons to visit.
