Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is three hours behind Lisbon and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your LIS to SDU flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
At the moment, $730 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,234. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from LIS to SDU, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Santos Dumont Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LIS to SDU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Santos Dumont Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
64.1% of flights departing from Lisbon Portela Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near LIS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Santos Dumont Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lisbon Portela Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SDU instead:
Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and discover Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Santos Dumont Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to central Rio De Janeiro
Santos Dumont Airport to central Rio De Janeiro has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Santos Dumont Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Rio De Janeiro. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Santos Dumont Airport for February if you want to go to Rio De Janeiro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to SDU in July. Temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its leading attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Brazil, head for Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are among its highlights.
