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

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Lisbon

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

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Lisbon

Edinburgh to Lisbon: Alternative routes

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

Edinburgh to Lisbon: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found83 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Lisbon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Lisbon is 83 €. 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.
3 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Lisbon.
Ryanair and easyJet fly direct from Edinburgh to Lisbon.
As of July 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Lisbon.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Lisbon is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Airport on Tuesday, 28 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 17 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, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lisbon.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • Edinburgh and Lisbon are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Each week, there are seven Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, go for the 05:20 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 17:15 with Ryanair.

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

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Lisbon (and perhaps some other great corners of Portugal!). Browse the direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Ryanair.

  • The most punctual carrier offering EDI to LIS flights is Ryanair. Its services arrive as planned 69.23% of the time.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EDI and LIS:

    • Dublin Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • London Luton Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is 36 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 83 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap tickets from EDI to LIS by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Picking up cheap flights from EDI to LIS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.

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

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.94% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon

  • From Lisbon Portela Airport, Lisbon is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It typically takes 1 hour to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh 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.

  • The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from EDI to LIS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of Portugal

  • Porto is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.

  • If you're ready to explore another great destination in Portugal, head for Amadora, roughly 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.

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