Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, making Lisbon two hours behind Helsinki.
Flights from HEL to LIS start from 12:30 — the first with Finnair. The latest departure is at 12:50 with Finnair. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your HEL to LIS flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Finnair is your gateway to discovering Lisbon (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport offered by this popular airline.
Finnair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for HEL to LIS flights is Finnair.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between HEL and LIS include:
Geneve Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is £67. A return fare right now is £145. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from HEL to LIS, reserve your journey nine months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HEL to LIS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of all flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 12 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Book a hotel close to LIS if you're on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and discover more of Lisbon and beyond.
Booking your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 6 miles from central Lisbon. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Lisbon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you'd like to explore Lisbon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to LIS in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Portugal waiting to be discovered. About 170 miles north of Lisbon, a visit to Porto will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
Around 5 miles north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.