Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Bastia - Corsica's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Bastia - Corsica one hour ahead of Lisbon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LIS to BIA flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Getting to Bastia - Corsica (and then seeing more of France!) is a snap with easyJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between LIS and BIA:
Bordeaux Airport
Geneve Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA)
Currently, R 1,551 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,106. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from LIS to BIA by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LIS to BIA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
64.1% of flights that leave from Lisbon Portela Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Lisbon Portela Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel close to LIS? If you're catching an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA)
If you're landing on a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near BIA:
Hit the road running by picking up a Bastia Poretta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or ADA and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bastia - Corsica and beyond.
Booking your ride from Bastia Poretta Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA) to central Bastia - Corsica
From Bastia Poretta Airport, Bastia - Corsica is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA)
The quietest month for a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Bastia - Corsica based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Bastia - Corsica, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIS to BIA in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Bastia - Corsica has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France you should also see. About 338 kilometres west of Bastia - Corsica, a visit to Marseille will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Nice is another favourite destination in France and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Bastia - Corsica. No trip is complete without seeing Promenade Des Anglais, Castle Hill and Matisse Museum.
