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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Lisbon

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,789. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Lisbon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Lisbon flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Lisbon

Edinburgh to Lisbon: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Lisbon below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lisbon.

Edinburgh to Lisbon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 794
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Lisbon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Lisbon is R 1,843. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Lisbon.
easyJet and Ryanair fly direct from Edinburgh to Lisbon.
As of June 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Lisbon.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Lisbon is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport on Tuesday, 24 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 17 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lisbon but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lisbon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lisbon.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.

  • Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Edinburgh.

  • Flights from EDI to LIS start from 06:05 — the earliest with easyJet. The latest departure is at 17:10 with Ryanair. Overall, you can take your pick of five weekly Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your EDI to LIS flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • EasyJet has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Lisbon — and maybe even more of Portugal if your schedule allows.

  • EasyJet tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • EasyJet ranks as the top on-time carrier for EDI to LIS flights, with 80.77% of services arriving on schedule.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and LIS:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • London Gatwick Airport

    • Dublin Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)

  • R 794 is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,841. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from EDI to LIS by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from EDI to LIS.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Of the flights that depart from Edinburgh Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to EDI:

Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Lisbon Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and see more of Lisbon and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Lisbon Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon

  • Lisbon Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Lisbon. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.

When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Lisbon. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EDI to LIS sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

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 check off its popular sights. From Ribeira District to Rio Douro and Livraria Lello, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.

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