Warsaw to Lisbon is the longest of Poland’s popular Iberian city breaks, flown non-stop in around four and a half hours across the width of the continent. You have a genuine choice of carriers: LOT and TAP Air Portugal run full-service flights, while Ryanair keeps the low end honest. This guide covers who flies the route, what a fair return costs in złoty, and when to book to keep the fare down.
Route: Warsaw Chopin (WAW) and Warsaw Modlin (WMI) → Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS)
Distance: approximately 2,744 km (1,705 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 4h 20m – 4h 40m
Direct flights: Yes — and check which Warsaw airport your ticket uses. Ryanair has the lowest fares at 357–643 zł, but 71 of the hundred cheapest seats we found leave Warsaw Modlin (WMI), about 40 km north of the city. Wizz Air flies from Chopin at 388–613 zł and TAP Air Portugal at 807–943 zł. LOT Polish Airlines also serves the route.
Fares from Warsaw to Lisbon (PLN)
Lisbon draws visitors all year thanks to its mild Atlantic climate, but fares still rise in summer and over the holidays. July to September and the Christmas–New Year weeks are the priciest; spring and autumn offer warm days at lower prices; January and February are cheapest. The figures below are typical economy return fares in złoty — the lowest are Ryanair hand-luggage tickets, with LOT and TAP full-service fares sitting toward the higher end but including more.
| Month | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | low |
| February | — | low |
| March | — | medium |
| April | — | medium (Easter) |
| May | — | medium-high |
| June | — | high |
| July | — | very high |
| August | — | very high |
| September | — | high |
| October | — | medium |
| November | — | low-medium |
| December | — | medium-high (holidays) |
Checked against every return fare on sale as we write, this route is cheaper than it is usually described: the median return is 421 zł and the floor 357 zł, both on Ryanair, so under about 404 zł is a genuinely good price — not 500, which is above the middle of the market. Wizz Air was 388–613 zł and TAP 807–943 zł. One caveat the price alone hides: the cheapest fares fly from Modlin, not Chopin.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 4½ hours):
- Ryanair — the price leader by a distance in our fare check: 357–643 zł return on 72 of the hundred lowest fares, including the floor. Note it flies from Warsaw Modlin (WMI), about 40 km north of the city, not from Chopin — budget the transfer before you compare prices.
- Wizz Air — non-stop from Warsaw Chopin at 388–613 zł; usually a little more than Ryanair, and from the airport most people mean by “Warsaw”.
- TAP Air Portugal — several non-stops a week from Chopin at 807–943 zł; the Portuguese flag carrier, handy if you plan onward flights to the Azores, Madeira or Porto.
- LOT Polish Airlines — non-stop from Warsaw Chopin and the natural choice for onward connections through its hub, though it did not appear among the hundred cheapest fares we could price.
One-stop (rarely cheaper):
- Lufthansa via Frankfurt or Munich and other European carriers — slower, and typically no cheaper than the three non-stops, but a fallback when direct flights are full at peak.
With three carriers flying direct, the non-stop is almost always the best call. The choice comes down to bags and plans: for cabin-only, Ryanair usually wins on price; for a checked bag, a fixed schedule or onward Portugal connections, LOT or TAP often win on the all-in fare.
When to book & how to save
- Book 6–10 weeks ahead for spring or autumn; for July–September and the Christmas weeks, book two to three months out.
- Travel in the shoulder season (April–May, October) — Lisbon is warm and lively, and fares run well below the summer peak.
- Match the fare to your bags: the cheapest Ryanair tickets are cabin-only, so if you need a checked bag, compare the low-cost fare plus baggage against LOT’s or TAP’s bundled price.
- Book a full-service fare for connections: if you are heading on to Porto, Madeira or the Azores, LOT or TAP on a single ticket avoids self-connection risk.
- Fly midweek and set a price alert; on a longer route like this, a well-timed booking saves the most.
Arriving in Lisbon
Flights land at Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), unusually close to the city at about 7 km north of the centre. The metro red line runs straight from the terminal into town in around 20–30 minutes for a few złoty (roughly 8 zł equivalent, plus a reusable travel card), and the Aerobus and city buses also serve the centre. A taxi or ride-hail to downtown costs on the order of 60–90 zł equivalent, more in traffic. There is a single terminal split into departures and arrivals areas.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Warsaw to Lisbon?
The non-stop flight takes about 4 hours 20 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes. LOT Polish Airlines, TAP Air Portugal and Ryanair all fly the route direct, so there is no need to connect. The return leg to Warsaw is a similar length.
Are there direct flights from Warsaw to Lisbon?
Yes, but not all from the same airport. Ryanair is the cheapest for hand-luggage travel at 357–643 zł — and it flies from Warsaw Modlin (WMI), about 40 km north of the city. Wizz Air (388–613 zł), TAP Air Portugal (807–943 zł) and LOT Polish Airlines fly from Warsaw Chopin. TAP and LOT are the full-service options with a checked bag available.
How much does it cost to fly from Warsaw to Lisbon?
A typical economy return runs about 404–535 zł, median 421 zł, with the cheapest we found at 357 zł on Ryanair from Modlin. July and August climb well above that. Full-service TAP fares with a checked bag available ran 807–943 zł in our check.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Warsaw to Lisbon?
January and February are usually the cheapest. In the dates we could price, non-stop returns started at 357 zł. For warm weather at a lower price, aim for April, May or October; avoid July, August and the Christmas week, which are the busiest and most expensive.
Which airlines fly from Warsaw to Lisbon?
Non-stop: Ryanair (from Modlin, 357–643 zł and 72 of the hundred lowest fares), Wizz Air (from Chopin, 388–613 zł) and TAP Air Portugal (from Chopin, 807–943 zł). LOT Polish Airlines also serves the route but did not appear among the fares we could price. TAP is especially useful for onward flights to Porto, Madeira or the Azores.
Which airport do I fly into in Lisbon?
You arrive at Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), the city’s main airport, only about 7 km from the centre. Its close-in location means the metro red line gets you downtown in well under half an hour — one of the easiest airport transfers in Europe.
How far in advance should I book Warsaw to Lisbon flights?
For spring and autumn, 6 to 10 weeks ahead usually secures a good fare. For the July–September peak and Christmas weeks, book two to three months out, as the cheapest seats sell first and fares on this longer route tend to rise closer to departure.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes. Midweek departures, especially Tuesday to Thursday, are usually cheaper than Friday-to-Sunday travel, and flying out and back on weekdays can save 100–250 zł on a return. Being flexible by a day or two is one of the simplest ways to trim the fare.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Prices are indicative economy returns and change with demand — always check the live fare before booking.
