Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 11 hours ahead of Lisbon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your LIS to SYD flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LIS and SYD include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is 370 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 770 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LIS to SYD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LIS to SYD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
64.1% of flights that leave from Lisbon Portela Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Lisbon Portela Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel close to LIS? If you're catching an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Book a hotel near SYD if you're taking a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and discover Sydney and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Sydney in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.
