Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Lajes Field Airport (TER): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lajes Field Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Terceira Lajes is one hour behind Lisbon and observes the UTC-1 timezone.
Flights from LIS to TER start from 05:55 — the earliest with Azores Airlines. The last departure is at 21:40 with TAP Portugal. Overall, you can take your pick of 24 weekly Lisbon Portela Airport to Lajes Field Airport flights.
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 on time to board your LIS to TER flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
With direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lajes Field Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Terceira Lajes (and then other corners of Portugal) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Ryanair.
With 72.92% of services landing as planned, Azores Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating LIS to TER flights.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lajes Field Airport. Pearson International Airport is a top stopover on the LIS to TER route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Lajes Field Airport (TER)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Lajes Field Airport flight is 14 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 29 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from LIS to TER by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lajes Field Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lajes Field Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
When it comes to Lisbon Portela Airport's on-time performance, 64.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
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 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LIS. Whether you have an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lajes Field Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Lajes Field Airport (TER)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Lajes Field Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TER instead:
Pick up a Lajes Field Airport rental car and explore Terceira Lajes and beyond with your own wheels. Way 2 azores, Ilha Verde and Goldcar are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Lajes Field Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Lajes Field Airport (TER) to central Terceira Lajes
Lajes Field Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Terceira Lajes. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Lajes Field Airport (TER)
The quietest month for a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lajes Field Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Terceira Lajes based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lajes Field Airport for August if you'd like to go to Terceira Lajes during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LIS to TER in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've visited Terceira Lajes, now it's time to discover other parts of Portugal. Journey around 177 kilometres south-east to Ponta Delgada to check off its leading attractions. From Portas da Cidade to Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao and Igreja do Santo Cristo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Lagoa is another must-experience destination in Portugal and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Terceira Lajes. No journey is complete without dropping by Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio.