Travelling from Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) taking off from here.
Lisbon is four hours ahead of Tampa. Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Tampa to LIS.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Tampa International Airport:
Of the departures from Tampa International Airport, 78.59% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You can arrive at PIE from central Tampa in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 29 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to LIS flight:
77.01% of all departures from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near LIS and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lisbon's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport flight.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport to the centre of Lisbon is around 6 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport is $481. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $838. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Tampa to LIS if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Lisbon. June is when most people book flights from Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Tampa to LIS plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Lisbon
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Lisbon right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Lisbon Portela Airport:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Lisbon when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at belém followed by Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Portugal you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a visit to Porto will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
If there's time to check out another great destination in 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.
