Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Lisbon and Edinburgh are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are seven Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, select the 09:05 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 21:55 with Ryanair.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your LIS to EDI flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if time allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for LIS to EDI flights is Ryanair.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between LIS and EDI:
Stansted Airport
London Gatwick Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Rs9,841 is the lowest price for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs20,819. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LIS to EDI.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
64.1% of flights departing from Lisbon Portela Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Lisbon Portela Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Have an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to LIS:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're getting in on a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near EDI:
Follow your own route with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Edinburgh in January.
When reserving your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to EDI in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Travel about 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Glasgow is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without a visit to Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.