Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Durham.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to LIS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between RDU and LIS include:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is 185 €. A return plane ticket right now is 382 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to LIS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RDU to LIS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of RDU.
To reach Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Pick up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car and explore Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International 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 the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to LIS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Lisbon, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Porto to tick off its must-visit sights. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another corner of 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 the start of reasons to visit.