Traveling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Zurich.
Take your pick of 48 weekly Zurich Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with TAP Portugal is the earliest flight you can take. SWISS operates the last service of the day at 21:55.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ZRH to LIS flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Zurich Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Lisbon adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Portugal:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with SWISS on this route.
TAP Portugal is the most punctual carrier offering ZRH to LIS flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
AED 201 is the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. A return flight starts from AED 325. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ZRH to LIS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from ZRH to LIS.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to Zurich Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.02% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near ZRH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Reserve a hotel close to LIS if you're taking a late Zurich Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and discover Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometers from central Lisbon. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Lisbon in January.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to LIS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
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 kilometers away to the north, well-known attractions include Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Portugal, consider Amadora, roughly 8 kilometers north-west of Lisbon. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are key highlights.