Flying from Laleu Airport (LRH) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
The timezone in Porto is UTC+0, which is one hour behind La Rochelle.
Your LRH to OPO flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Porto — and maybe even more of Portugal if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for LRH to OPO flights, with 82.35% of services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LRH and OPO:
Geneve Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Bristol Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Laleu Airport (LRH) to Porto Airport (OPO)
At the moment, 80 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Laleu Airport to Porto Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 122 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from LRH to OPO 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 Laleu Airport to Porto Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LRH to OPO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Laleu Airport (LRH)
64.1% of flights that take off from Laleu Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Laleu Airport is around 8 kilometres from central La Rochelle. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to LRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
Consider staying in a hotel near OPO if you're catching a late Laleu Airport to Porto Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Porto Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Drive & Go and discover more of Porto and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Porto Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
Porto Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Porto. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Porto. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport for August if you'd like to visit Porto during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LRH to OPO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Porto, now it's time to explore more of Portugal. Journey around 274 kilometres south to Lisbon to check off its leading attractions. From Torre de Belem Garden to Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Portugal, consider Amadora, about 274 kilometres south of Porto. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are highlights.