Flying from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, making Lisbon four hours ahead of Wilmington.
Your ILM to LIS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Wilmington International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between ILM and LIS:
Philadelphia International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Right now, R 9,860 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Wilmington International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 12,235. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from ILM to LIS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Wilmington International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ILM to LIS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Wilmington International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
ILM is located at 1740 Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Wilmington International Airport, data shows 79.81% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Wilmington International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Wilmington. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 2 hours 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near ILM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Wilmington International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Book a hotel close to LIS if you have a late Wilmington International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lisbon and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
From Lisbon Portela Airport, Lisbon is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Lisbon. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Wilmington International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ILM to LIS around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Lisbon, now it's time to discover other parts of Portugal. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Porto to tick off its must-visit sights. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Amadora is another standout destination in Portugal and is around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. No journey is complete without seeing Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.
