Travelling from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is 5 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Tel Aviv.
Flights from TLV to LIS start from 12:30 — the first with Neos. The latest departure is at 17:10 with El Al. In total, there are seven weekly Ben Gurion International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your TLV to LIS flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
El Al offers direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Lisbon — and maybe even more of Portugal if you have time.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is El Al.
El Al is the most punctual carrier that operates TLV to LIS flights, with 79.55% of its services landing on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
R 2,169 is the lowest price for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Return flights start at R 4,118. These prices can change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from TLV to LIS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Of all flights leaving Ben Gurion International Airport, 72.9% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Ben Gurion International Airport from central Tel Aviv, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to TLV:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you're coming in on a late Ben Gurion International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near LIS:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and discover more of Lisbon and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
From Lisbon Portela Airport, Lisbon is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Lisbon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from TLV to LIS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Lisbon, now it's time to explore more of Portugal. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Porto to tick off its must-visit sights. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal and is around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. No trip is complete without dropping by Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.