Travelling from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): What you need to know
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is Sacramento's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) leaving from here.
Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Sacramento.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Sacramento to LIS. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Sacramento to LIS that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Sacramento International Airport (SMF), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SMF and LIS include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
SMF is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Get your flight from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport off to a leisurely start. Just a quick ride from Sacramento International Airport, spend the night at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Sacramento International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that depart SMF arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
SCK is about 88 kilometres from central Sacramento. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 3 hours 20 minutes.
The day before your Sacramento to LIS flight, why not spend an extra night away from home? Kick back at Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast or Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton, which are close to Stockton Airport.
When it comes to flight punctuality, Stockton Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 55.67%.
The address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Pick up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and explore Lisbon and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport flight.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport to central Lisbon is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
$518 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport. Return flights start from $1,025. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Sacramento to LIS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Lisbon based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Sacramento to LIS plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Lisbon
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Lisbon right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Lisbon Portela Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém are attractions you won't want to skip in Lisbon.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've seen Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Portugal, head for Coimbra, about 177 kilometres north of Lisbon. Biblioteca Joanina, Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra) and Mesquita de Coimbra are key highlights.