Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Lisbon (the location of Lisbon Portela Airport) and Glasgow share the same timezone — UTC+0.
To avoid rushing for your LIS to Glasgow flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from LIS to Glasgow with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Travelling from central Lisbon to LIS takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near LIS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Glasgow or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of the flights that depart from Lisbon Portela Airport, 64.1% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Glasgow
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Glasgow flight is Rs20,517. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs50,321. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LIS to Glasgow if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Glasgow is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across every month and walk away with an epic deal.
Picking up a cheap flight from LIS to Glasgow is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Glasgow.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Book a hotel close to GLA if you have a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Glasgow. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Travel at your own speed with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and discover more of Glasgow and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from LIS to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Glasgow has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 55 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to PIK. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your LIS to Glasgow flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and be off and running.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Before securing your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Glasgow, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Glasgow offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your Lisbon Portela Airport to Glasgow flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from LIS to Glasgow in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Glasgow
Once you've booked your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Glasgow, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Glasgow:
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Glasgow Cathedral are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Glasgow must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Riverside Museum.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Glasgow, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Journey about 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to tick off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of United Kingdom, consider Cardiff, about 499 kilometres south of Glasgow. Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay are key reasons to visit.