Cheap Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Lisbon (LIS)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Istanbul to Lisbon? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Lisbon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Lisbon flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Lisbon

Istanbul to Lisbon: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Lisbon below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lisbon.

Istanbul to Lisbon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$81
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time5 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineTAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week64

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Lisbon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Lisbon is $172. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Lisbon.
TAP Air Portugal, IndiGo and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Lisbon.
There are 64 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Lisbon, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Lisbon is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Lisbon Airport on Friday, December 12, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 4 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lisbon but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lisbon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Lisbon.

Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is 5 hours 5 minutes.

  • Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Lisbon three hours behind Istanbul.

  • Each week, there are 40 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, jump on the 06:50 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 12:45 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to LIS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.

  • Traveling to Lisbon (and then seeing more of Portugal!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.

  • Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and LIS include:

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport

    • Valencia Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • Currently, $81 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $172. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from IST to LIS, book your journey six months before your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from IST to LIS.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 30 miles from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon

  • Lisbon Portela Airport to the center of Lisbon has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 6 miles away.

  • It takes around 1 hour if you're traveling by public transport.

When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Lisbon in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with the temperature ranging from 61ºF to 84ºF.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to LIS in January. Average temperatures are between 46ºF and 61ºF then.

Explore more of Portugal

  • You've visited Lisbon, now it's time to explore more of Portugal. Journey about 170 miles north to Porto to tick off its top attractions. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal and is around 5 miles north-west of Lisbon. No trip is complete without seeing Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.