Travelling from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), there's a good selection of airports to start your journey from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are Toronto's major terminals.
Take a direct Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 7 hours 10 minutes.
Lisbon is four hours ahead of Toronto. Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), with 19 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from YYZ to LIS is the 5:35pm TAP Portugal option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 11:50pm with TAP Portugal.
To ensure you catch your flight from Toronto to LIS, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Get to your destination in one go from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Direct flights from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) operate from here.
At YYZ, there's a range of airlines that offer direct flights from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport, including:
TAP Portugal is the airline most travellers choose for flights from YYZ to LIS.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is TAP Portugal.
Located around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Pearson International Airport, 63.97% land on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kms (2 miles) from central Toronto. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to LIS flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 105 kms (65 miles) away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Reserve a hotel near LIS if you're catching a late flight from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport. Settle into one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility to explore Lisbon and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport flight.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is about 4 miles from central Lisbon. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Currently, £177 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £268. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Toronto to LIS.
Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Lisbon. June is when most people book flights from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Toronto to LIS plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Lisbon
Start your Lisbon trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Lisbon Portela Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém are top sights which should be on any good Lisbon itinerary.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Lisbon, now it's time to explore more of Portugal. Journey about 274 kms (170 miles) north to Porto to check off its top attractions. From Ribeira District to Rio Douro and Livraria Lello, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 177 kms (110 miles) north of Lisbon, Coimbra is another favourite stop in Portugal. Experience major highlights starting with Biblioteca Joanina, Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra) and Mesquita de Coimbra.
