London to Lisbon is one of the busiest short-haul routes out of the UK, with well over a thousand flights a week and a non-stop hop of under three hours. You have a genuine choice of full-service and low-cost carriers from every main London airport, so with a little flexibility the fares can be very cheap. This guide covers who flies it, what a fair return costs in pounds, and when to book.
Route: London (LHR / LGW / STN / LTN) → Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS)
Distance: approximately 1,585 km (985 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 2h 45m – 2h 55m
Direct flights: Yes — TAP Air Portugal and British Airways (full-service), plus easyJet and Ryanair (low-cost), all fly non-stop from London. It’s a short-haul route, so a direct flight is almost always the sensible choice.
Fares from London to Lisbon (GBP)
Lisbon is a year-round city break, but fares still swing with the seasons. Summer (June–August) and Easter are the priciest and busiest; the winter months either side of Christmas are the cheapest. The table below shows when the route is busiest. We no longer print per-month fare estimates here, because they were never measured.
| Month | Demand |
|---|---|
| January | low |
| February | low |
| March | medium |
| April | medium-high (Easter) |
| May | medium-high |
| June | high |
| July | high |
| August | high |
| September | medium-high |
| October | medium |
| November | low |
| December | medium-high (Christmas) |
We do not quote a target fare for this route. Our price tracking holds no recorded observations for it, so a “typical” or “good deal” figure here would be an estimate dressed up as a measurement — so this page leaves it out rather than guess. The seasonal pattern above is the part we can stand behind; check the live fare for the number.
Airlines on this route
All four main carriers fly Lisbon non-stop — the difference is airport and what’s included in the fare:
- TAP Air Portugal — the flag carrier, non-stop from Heathrow and Gatwick; good frequencies and onward connections across Portugal.
- British Airways — non-stop from Heathrow; full-service, handy if you want a central London airport and a checked bag included.
- easyJet — low-cost from Gatwick and Luton, around 40 flights a week; usually the best value with hand luggage only.
- Ryanair — low-cost from Stansted; often the lowest headline fare if you travel light and are flexible on times.
With this much competition, prices can be very low on quiet dates. Pick the airport that suits you and compare the all-in price once bags and seats are added — the cheapest “hand-luggage-only” fare isn’t always the cheapest once you need a case.
When to book & how to save
- Book 4–10 weeks ahead for city-break dates; short-haul fares to Lisbon are cheapest in that window and creep up as seats sell.
- Travel midweek: Tuesday to Thursday departures are usually noticeably cheaper than Friday–Sunday, and a midweek city break save a little.
- Go in the shoulder or winter (November, January–February, October) for the lowest fares and a quieter, still-mild Lisbon.
- Travel light: the cheapest fares are hand-luggage-only; if you can pack into a cabin bag you’ll unlock the lowest prices — otherwise add the checked bag and compare.
- Be flexible on airport: Gatwick, Luton and Stansted often price below Heathrow, so check all four London airports.
Arriving in Lisbon
All flights land at Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), only about 7 km north of the centre — one of Europe’s closest-in airports. The cheapest way into town is the Metro (red line from the airport, changing for the centre) for around £1.50–£2, or the Aerobus shuttle. A taxi or ride-hailing car to the centre takes 15–25 minutes and costs roughly £12–£18 — use the official rank or app to avoid overcharging. Portugal uses the euro.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from London to Lisbon?
The non-stop flight takes about 2 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes. It’s a short-haul route, so almost every service is direct — there’s rarely any reason to take a connection.
Are there direct flights from London to Lisbon?
Yes. TAP Air Portugal and British Airways fly non-stop as full-service carriers, and easyJet and Ryanair fly non-stop as low-cost lines. Between them they operate from Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton, so you can fly direct from whichever London airport suits you.
How much does it cost to fly from London to Lisbon?
A typical economy return runs about £60–£150 depending on the season. The best low-cost deals dip to around £35–£55 on quiet winter dates, while summer and Easter push fares toward £200.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Lisbon?
January, February and November are usually the cheapest months to fly. Avoid July, August and Easter, which are the busiest and most expensive.
Which airlines fly from London to Lisbon?
TAP Air Portugal and British Airways (full-service), plus easyJet and Ryanair (low-cost), all fly non-stop. TAP flies from Heathrow and Gatwick, BA from Heathrow, easyJet from Gatwick and Luton, and Ryanair from Stansted.
Which airport do I fly into in Lisbon?
You arrive at Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), Lisbon’s only commercial airport, just 7 km from the city centre. The Metro red line runs straight from the terminal, making it one of the quickest and cheapest airport transfers in Europe.
How far in advance should I book London to Lisbon flights?
Aim to book 4 to 10 weeks ahead for the best short-haul fares. Prices tend to rise as seats fill, particularly for summer weekends and around Easter and Christmas, so a little forward planning pays off.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) are usually cheaper than Friday–Sunday on this route, often by £30–£60 on a return. Shifting a city break by a day or two is one of the easiest ways to cut the fare.
Route and schedule details from current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — always check the live fare before booking.
