Travelling from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Sharm El Sheikh.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SSH to LIS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SSH and LIS include:
Cairo International Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Currently, £104 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £259. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SSH to LIS if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from SSH to LIS is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Of the flights that depart from Sharm El Sheikh Airport, 65.11% touch down on time at their destination.
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is around 3 miles from central Sharm El Sheikh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to SSH:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Book a hotel close to LIS if you're on a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and discover Lisbon and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks in advance 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 takes roughly 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Lisbon in January.
Lock in your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you'd like to explore Lisbon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SSH to LIS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've seen Lisbon. Around 170 miles away to the north, its best attractions include Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
Around 5 miles north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.
