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Flight deals from San Jose International to Lisbon

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose International Airport to Lisbon Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,260. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lisbon.$537 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $537, select.
Lisbon.$563 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $563, select.
Lisbon.$602 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $602, select.
Lisbon.$653 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $653, select.
Lisbon.$788 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $788, select.
Lisbon.$788 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $788, select.
Lisbon.$817 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $817, select.
Lisbon.$841 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $841, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose International to Lisbon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose International to Lisbon flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
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Jul
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Aug
from $817
Sep
from $602
Oct
from $563
Nov
from $537
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San Jose International to Lisbon: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Jose International to Lisbon below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lisbon.

Lisbon

8km from central Lisbon
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Cascais Municipal Aerodrome

19km from central Lisbon
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San Jose to Lisbon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$537
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from San Jose International to Lisbon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose International to Lisbon is $1,029. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Jose International to Lisbon. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,029.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from San Jose International to Lisbon.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose International to Lisbon is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose International Airport to Lisbon Airport on Tuesday, 27 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Jose International Airport and Lisbon Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lisbon but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lisbon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lisbon.

Flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know

  • Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, making Lisbon seven hours ahead of San Jose.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your SJC to LIS flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is $537. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,029. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SJC to LIS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from SJC to LIS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SJC arrive at their destination as scheduled 84.69% of the time.

  • Central San Jose to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near SJC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • If you're getting in on a late Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near LIS:

  • Pick up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and explore Lisbon and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon

  • Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.

When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Lisbon. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.

  • When reserving your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SJC to LIS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of Portugal

  • You've visited Lisbon, now it's time to explore other corners of Portugal. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Porto to tick off its leading attractions. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Amadora is another must-experience destination in Portugal and is around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. No trip is complete without a visit to Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.

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