Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, making Lisbon three hours behind Riyadh.
Your RUH to LIS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. These are the top stopovers between RUH and LIS:
Cairo International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is R 2,105. A return ticket is currently R 4,082. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from RUH to LIS, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RUH to LIS.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from RUH.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near RUH. Whether you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Consider booking a hotel near LIS if you're on a late King Khaled International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and discover Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Lisbon. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to LIS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Lisbon, now it's time to explore other corners of Portugal. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Porto to check off its leading attractions. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Portugal, head for Amadora, roughly 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are the start of reasons to visit.