Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is three hours behind Manama.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BAH to LIS flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BAH and LIS:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is £156. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £325. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from BAH to LIS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BAH to LIS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Bahrain International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bahrain International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 85.53% of flights that take off from BAH reach their destination without delay.
Bahrain International Airport is around 5 miles from central Manama. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BAH:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bahrain International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lisbon's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport to central Lisbon has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 6 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Lisbon in January.
Book your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you want to go to Lisbon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BAH to LIS in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Lisbon. Around 170 miles away to the north, check out popular attractions including Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
Around 5 miles 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.
