Travelling from San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): What you need to know
San Diego's main base, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS).
Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is seven hours ahead of San Diego.
To ensure you catch your flight from San Diego to LIS, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from San Diego to LIS with a stopover. To explore your options departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SAN and LIS include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
71.38% of flights that depart San Diego International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
You can arrive at CLD from central San Diego in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 15 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to LIS flight:
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near LIS:
Explore without limits with a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and see more of Lisbon and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport flight.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Lisbon. How long it takes to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It takes around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
R 5,320 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport. A return flight starts from R 7,278. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from San Diego to LIS, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from San Diego to LIS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a better deal is available.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Lisbon. June is when most people book flights from San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your San Diego to LIS plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Lisbon
Start your Lisbon trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from San Diego to Lisbon Portela Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Lisbon when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for belém followed by Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Portugal, consider Coimbra, roughly 177 kilometres north of Lisbon. Biblioteca Joanina, Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra) and Mesquita de Coimbra are highlights.
