Flying from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of San Juan.
Your SJU to LIS flight won't wait if you're running 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 travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between SJU and LIS:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
$464 is the best price for a one-way Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Return flights start from $972. These fares may change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SJU to LIS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SJU to LIS.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Handy information about Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
73.65% of flights that depart Luis Munoz Marin International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near SJU? If you've booked an early flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Book a hotel near LIS if you're on a late Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Lisbon and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Lisbon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJU to LIS in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Portugal you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a visit to Porto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
Around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.
