Flying from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Lisbon is one hour behind Sarajevo and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your SJJ to LIS flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sarajevo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. These are the top stopovers between SJJ and LIS:
Zurich Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sarajevo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight is 72 €. A return fare right now is 133 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from SJJ to LIS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Handy information about Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
Of the flights that depart from Sarajevo International Airport, 67.19% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Sarajevo to Sarajevo International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near SJJ:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Book a hotel close to LIS if you're catching a late Sarajevo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility to explore Lisbon and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
From Lisbon Portela Airport, Lisbon is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Lisbon. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJJ to LIS in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Lisbon, now it's time to discover other parts of Portugal. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Porto to check off its top attractions. From Livraria Lello to Ribeira District and The Douro River, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Portugal, head for Amadora, about 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are key reasons to visit.
