Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Lisbon is seven hours ahead of San Diego and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Your SAN to LIS flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SAN and LIS include:
Logan International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is Rs81,282. A return plane ticket is currently Rs140,693. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from SAN to LIS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SAN to LIS.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.
71.38% of flights that take off from San Diego International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near SAN. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Diego International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Grab a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and discover Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport to central Lisbon has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Lisbon. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you'd like to go to Lisbon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SAN to LIS sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Lisbon, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Porto to tick off its top sights. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.