Travelling from Horta Airport (HOR) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Horta Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is one hour ahead of Horta.
Flights from HOR to LIS start at 10:25 — the earliest with Azores Airlines. The last service of the day is at 17:50 with Azores Airlines. In total, there are 16 weekly Horta Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your HOR to LIS flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Azores Airlines has direct flights from Horta Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Lisbon — and maybe even more of Portugal if you have time.
Azores Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for HOR to LIS flights is Azores Airlines.
How to find the cheapest flights from Horta Airport (HOR) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Right now, £33 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Horta Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £147. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HOR to LIS, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Horta Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Horta Airport (HOR)
When it comes to Horta Airport's on-time performance, 64.47% of flights complete their journey on time.
Horta Airport is around 5 miles from central Horta. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to HOR? If you've booked an early flight from Horta Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Book a hotel near LIS if you're on a late Horta Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin 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 main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
From Lisbon Portela Airport, Lisbon is approximately 6 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Horta Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Lisbon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Horta Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you want to explore Lisbon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HOR to LIS in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've seen Lisbon, now it's time to explore other parts of Portugal. Travel about 170 miles north to Porto to tick off its popular sights. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 5 miles north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another favourite stop in Portugal. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.