Flying from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Minneapolis is six hours behind Lisbon and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LIS to MSP flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lisbon Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport. These are the top stopovers between LIS and MSP:
New York Newark Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lisbon Airport, 56% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Lisbon Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near LIS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MSP if you're catching a late Lisbon Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Minneapolis St Paul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Minneapolis's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Minneapolis St Paul Airport about two weeks ahead.
When to fly to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Minneapolis in March.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Lisbon Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIS to MSP in January. Average temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Minneapolis, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 483 kilometres south-east to Milwaukee to check off its must-visit sights. From Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright to Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, head for Omaha, about 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre are highlights.