Flying from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Lisbon is four hours ahead of Tampa and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your TPA to LIS flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
At the moment, R 6,413 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tampa International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,162. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from TPA to LIS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Tampa International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
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Handy information about Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
78.59% of flights departing from Tampa International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Tampa to Tampa International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to TPA? If you're boarding an early flight from Tampa International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you have a late Tampa International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near LIS:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lisbon's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks before 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 driving.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Tampa International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Lisbon. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Tampa International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from TPA to LIS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Portugal you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a trip to Porto will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
If you're ready to explore another major destination 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 key highlights.