Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Lisbon.
Choose from 22 weekly Lisbon Portela Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights. The 09:15 departure with TAP Portugal is the earliest available. TAP Portugal operates the latest service of the day at 17:40.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LIS to IAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
TAP Portugal has direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with TAP Portugal on this route.
TAP Portugal stands out as the most punctual carrier for LIS to IAD flights, with 83.33% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LIS and IAD include:
Philadelphia International Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is R 6,495. A round-trip fare is currently R 8,484. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from LIS to IAD, book your trip six months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from LIS to IAD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
When it comes to Lisbon Portela Airport's on-time performance, 64.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Lisbon Portela Airport is around 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 get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LIS:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you have a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near IAD:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Washington DC and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Washington Dulles International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
From Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
April is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Washington DC in January.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LIS to IAD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.