Flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Lisbon is four hours ahead of Charlotte and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CLT to LIS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLT and LIS:
Philadelphia International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Right now, 255 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 442 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from CLT to LIS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
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Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
The address for CLT is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of the departures from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport typically takes 4 hours 55 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near CLT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Book a hotel near LIS if you're taking a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Lisbon based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you want to go to Lisbon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CLT to LIS in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Lisbon, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Porto to check off its popular sights. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of Portugal, head for Amadora, about 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are key highlights.