Travelling from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lisbon Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Lisbon is one hour behind Frankfurt and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Each week, there are 45 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lisbon Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, go for the 06:00 TAP Air Portugal flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:20 with Lufthansa.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FRA to LIS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Lisbon (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is a breeze with Lufthansa. This popular carrier has direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Lufthansa has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Among carriers operating FRA to LIS flights, Lufthansa leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lisbon Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between FRA and LIS:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Brussels International Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
At the moment, $179 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $305. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from FRA to LIS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lisbon Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from FRA to LIS.
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Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Frankfurt am Main Airport from central Frankfurt, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lisbon Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
If you're getting in on a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lisbon Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LIS:
Pick up a Lisbon Airport rental car and explore Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Lisbon Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lisbon Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit 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 and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Lisbon Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from FRA to LIS around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Portugal you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a trip to Porto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Portugal, consider Amadora, about 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã are the start of reasons to visit.