Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, making Seattle seven hours behind Lisbon.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LIS to SEA flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LIS and SEA:
Dublin Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight is R 5,800. A round-trip ticket right now is R 10,238. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LIS to SEA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LIS to SEA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
64.1% of flights departing from Lisbon Portela Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LIS:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're getting in on a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Go where the road takes you with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and venture far and wide through Seattle and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Seattle in May.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LIS to SEA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Spokane is another favourite destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without visiting Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
