Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Lisbon Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 15 minutes.
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, making Lisbon five hours ahead of Washington DC.
Flights from IAD to LIS start at 17:00 — the first with TAP Air Portugal. The last departure is at 23:30 with TAP Air Portugal. Overall, you can take your pick of 16 weekly Washington Dulles Airport to Lisbon Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your IAD to LIS flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Lisbon (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is a breeze with TAP Air Portugal. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Lisbon Airport.
TAP Air Portugal is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier that offers IAD to LIS flights, with 78.33% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Lisbon Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between IAD and LIS:
New York Newark Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Mohammed V Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Rs69,244 is the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs184,819. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from IAD to LIS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Lisbon Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the departures from Washington Dulles Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Washington Dulles Airport from central Washington DC, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near IAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Lisbon Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Washington Dulles Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Lisbon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Lisbon and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Lisbon Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
August is the most popular month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Lisbon Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Lisbon in March.
Book your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Lisbon Airport for August if you'd like to go to Lisbon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from IAD to LIS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Portugal waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a visit to Porto will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Portugal, consider Amadora, roughly 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã are the start of reasons to visit.