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.
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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)
Book a hotel close to LIS if you're catching a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and explore Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks before your trip.
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.