Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, making Lisbon four hours ahead of Richmond.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your RIC to LIS flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Lisbon Portela Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between RIC and LIS include:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
314 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Return flights start at 733 €. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from RIC to LIS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RIC to LIS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Of all flights leaving Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) from central Richmond, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 2 hours 50 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Lisbon Portela Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to RIC:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Consider staying in a hotel near LIS if you're taking a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and discover more of Lisbon and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Lisbon. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Lisbon Portela Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from RIC 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 visited Lisbon, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Porto to check off its popular sights. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another favourite stop in Portugal. Start your sightseeing at Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.