Travelling from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Nairobi is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is 3 hours behind Nairobi. Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Nairobi to LIS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Nairobi to LIS. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from central Nairobi to NBO is roughly 14 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Wilson Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
WIL is around 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Wilson Airport the day before your flight from Nairobi to LIS:
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near LIS:
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 22 minutes.
It typically takes 59 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport is P25,338. The cheapest price for a return flight is P37,908. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to get cheap tickets from Nairobi to LIS. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a wider choice of departure times and dates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Nairobi to LIS. You don't need to check every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
February is the quietest time to travel to Lisbon. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Before locking in your flight from Nairobi to LIS, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 29ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 16ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport.
More about Lisbon
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lisbon:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Lisbon is to explore its leading attractions. Highlights include Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Complete your Lisbon trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Nairobi to Lisbon Portela Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Lisbon. Check out the offers and instantly compare your options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.