Travelling from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Warsaw. Explore your options departing from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) when planning your flight from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS).
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport flight.
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport is located in Lisbon. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is one hour behind Warsaw.
The most popular route is from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), with 16 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from WAW to LIS is the 6:45am LOT - Polish Airlines option. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 8:45pm with Wizz Air.
Your flight from Warsaw to LIS 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.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like September and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
You can hop on a direct flight from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) leaving from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW).
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport departing WAW include:
LOT sees the most traveller bookings for flights from WAW to LIS.
Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 79.17% of its services arriving on schedule.
WAW is around 10 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Warsaw Chopin Airport:
Warsaw Chopin Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from WAW land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
Consider starting your trip from Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI). You can book a direct Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) plane ticket with departures from here.
From WMI, direct flights from Warsaw to LIS are available with Ryanair.
On the WMI to LIS route, Ryanair is the top airline in terms of bookings.
On public transport, you can travel from central Warsaw to WMI in about 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Warsaw to LIS flight, stay in one of these hotels near Warsaw Modlin Airport:
Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a handful of days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more manageable. When jetting out of Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO), you can book a plane ticket from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) with a stop at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
From the centre of Warsaw, RDO is around 97 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Warsaw Radom Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport flight:
RDO has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 100%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on course and reach your final stop as expected.
About Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
Consider booking a hotel close to LIS if you're catching a late flight from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport flight.
Getting from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to the centre of Lisbon is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport is R 820. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,038. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Warsaw to LIS, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Lisbon. August is when most people book flights from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Warsaw to LIS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Lisbon
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Lisbon right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport:
Your Lisbon visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Pasteis de Belém, 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 discovered after you've experienced Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
Coimbra is another sought-after destination in Portugal and is around 177 kilometres north of Lisbon. No trip is complete without seeing Biblioteca Joanina, Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra) and Paço das Escolas.
