Flying from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to London: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London.
London and Lisbon (where Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport is located) are in the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
The most popular route is from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). You can choose from 75 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from LIS to LHR is the 07:00 British Airways option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 20:15 with TAP Portugal.
Leave plenty of time to get on your LIS to London flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can travel nonstop from LIS to London. Pick from these arrival points when booking your Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London ticket:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
These are some of the popular carriers offering direct flights from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from LIS to London with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
LIS is about 6 kilometers from central Lisbon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LIS:
When it comes to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport's on-time performance, data shows 56% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to London
The best price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London flight is P1,220. The cheapest price for a return flight is P2,941. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from LIS to London by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
October is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 24 kilometers from the centre of London. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near LHR if you have a late flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from LIS to London can help you lock in the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometers from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your LIS to London flight:
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW can help you lock in a better rate.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is about 56 kilometers from central London. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London.
The journey will take you around 45 minutes by public transport.
Find a hotel close to STN and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late LIS to London flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:
Plan ahead and enjoy the payoff. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London for the best deals.
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to London in January.
Book a Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to London, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 257 kilometers away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 161 kilometers northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key reasons to visit.