Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Istanbul and you'll be in the air for around 5 hours 5 minutes.
Istanbul is three hours ahead of Lisbon, where Lisbon Portela Airport is located. Istanbul runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
With 16 weekly flights between the two airports, Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:55. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from LIS to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 16:45.
To avoid missing your LIS to Istanbul flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Lisbon Portela Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your journey at LIS and arrive at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Keep an eye out for promotions from Turkish Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Istanbul.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from LIS to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Lisbon, LIS can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel close to LIS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Istanbul, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lisbon Portela Airport, 64.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Istanbul
P4,114 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P8,980. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To secure cheap flights from LIS to Istanbul, reserve your trip eight months before your departure.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Lisbon Portela Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LIS to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Once your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Istanbul has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your LIS to Istanbul flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Travel to Istanbul during peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Istanbul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Lisbon Portela Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIS to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Istanbul, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.