Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Lisbon is two hours behind Cairo and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your CAI to LIS flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Flying into Lisbon (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is a cinch with EgyptAir. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is EgyptAir.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier that offers CAI to LIS flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. These are the top stopovers between CAI and LIS:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is $136. A return plane ticket right now is $245. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from CAI to LIS by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from CAI to LIS.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cairo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Of all flights leaving Cairo International Airport, 63.38% land on time at their destination.
To get to Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near CAI? If you're catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you're coming in on a late Cairo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LIS:
Pick up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and explore Lisbon and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving 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 the center of Lisbon. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Traveling to the center on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Lisbon. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 61ºF to 84ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from CAI to LIS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 46ºF and 61ºF on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Lisbon, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Travel about 170 miles north to Porto to tick off its leading 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 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.