Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, making Lisbon two hours behind Athens.
Flights from ATH to LIS start at 06:50 — the earliest with Aegean Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:20 with Aegean Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights.
Your ATH to LIS flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Lisbon (and then seeing more of Portugal!) is a breeze with Aegean Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Aegean Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Aegean Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for ATH to LIS flights, with 84.0% of services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between ATH and LIS:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
67 € is currently the best price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Return flights start from 120 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from ATH to LIS by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ATH to LIS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of all flights leaving Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LIS if you're taking a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Lisbon and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Lisbon. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to LIS in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
Amadora is another standout destination in Portugal and is around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. No journey is complete without a visit to Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.