Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Cataratas International Airport (IGU): what you need to know
Foz do Iguaçu's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Foz do Iguaçu three hours behind Lisbon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LIS to IGU flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
386 € is currently the best price for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Cataratas International Airport flight. Return flights start from 759 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LIS to IGU if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cataratas International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Of the departures from Lisbon Portela Airport, 64.1% land on time at their destination.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cataratas International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LIS:
Arriving at Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Cataratas International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IGU instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cataratas International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Unidas or Movida and explore beyond Foz do Iguaçu's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Cataratas International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to central Foz do Iguaçu
Cataratas International Airport to the centre of Foz do Iguaçu has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
June is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cataratas International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Foz do Iguaçu in April.
Book your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cataratas International Airport for January if you want to explore Foz do Iguaçu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIS to IGU in July. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Foz do Iguaçu, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Travel around 418 kilometres north-east to Londrina to check off its top sights. From Igapo Lake to Jardim Botanico de Londrina and Londrina Metropolitan Cathedral, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Foz do Iguaçu, Maringa is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Catedral Basilica Menor Nossa Senhora da Gloria, Parque Alfredo Nyffler and Inga Park.