Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Cardiff's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Lisbon.
Your LIS to CWL flight won't wait if you're 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.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cardiff Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between LIS and CWL:
Malaga Airport
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
At the moment, $76 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $187. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LIS to CWL if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cardiff Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from LIS to CWL.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cardiff Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lisbon Portela Airport, data shows 64.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Portela Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near LIS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cardiff Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lisbon Portela Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CWL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Cardiff Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise and find adventure across Cardiff and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Cardiff Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport to central Cardiff has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The quietest month for a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cardiff Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cardiff based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Cardiff is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cardiff Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LIS to CWL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Cardiff. Around 209 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Cardiff, Birmingham is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.