Traveling from Santa Cruz Airport (FLW) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Give yourself enough time to make your FLW to LIS flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Cruz Airport (FLW) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
At the moment, $41 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Santa Cruz Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $88. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FLW to LIS if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Santa Cruz Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Santa Cruz Airport (FLW)
63.74% of flights that take off from Santa Cruz Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you're landing on a late Santa Cruz Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near LIS:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lisbon and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is roughly 6 miles from the center of Lisbon. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Santa Cruz Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Lisbon based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Santa Cruz Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you'd like to visit Lisbon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 61ºF and 84ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from FLW to LIS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 46ºF and 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 the sights of Lisbon. Around 170 miles away to the north, top sights here include Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
Amadora is another well-known destination in Portugal and is around 5 miles north-west of Lisbon. No trip is complete without visiting Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.