Flying from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): What you need to know
When planning your flight from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), there's a good range of airports you can depart from. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are Stockholm's major terminals.
Book a direct Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 35 minutes.
Lisbon is one hour behind Stockholm. Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Choose from 9 direct flights each week between Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) and Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS). This is the busiest route, with Norwegian Air Sweden offering a 7:35am departure from ARN to LIS.
Your flight from Stockholm to LIS won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Go straight to your destination from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Direct flights from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) can be booked from here.
Leading carriers that have direct flights from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport departing ARN include:
TAP Portugal is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from ARN to LIS.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is SAS. Its services arrive without delay 66.07% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Stockholm to LIS. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
ARN is about 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stockholm Arlanda Airport, data shows 73.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). It's a key transfer point for flights from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) leaving Bromma Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Stockholm to BMA in about 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Bromma Airport the day before your Stockholm to LIS flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 57.41%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
You can book a plane ticket from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) leaving from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) with a stopover. Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is a popular transfer point.
NYO is roughly 105 kilometres from central Stockholm. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
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NYO has a very good on-time arrivals performance of 80.46%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on track and reach your destination as planned.
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Reserve a hotel close to LIS if you're catching a late flight from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lisbon and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Central Lisbon is around 6 kilometres from Lisbon Portela Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
R 1,116 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport. A return flight starts from R 2,362. These fares can change based on demand.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Stockholm to LIS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS). June is the most popular month to visit Lisbon. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in February.
Book a Stockholm to LIS plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lisbon to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Lisbon
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Lisbon right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Stockholm to Lisbon Portela Airport:
Belém and Pasteis de Belém are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Lisbon travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Portugal waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a trip to Porto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
Around 177 kilometres north of Lisbon, Coimbra is another essential stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Biblioteca Joanina, Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra) and Mesquita de Coimbra.
