Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport
Airport Airport
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) is Lisbon’s main international airport and the primary base for TAP Air Portugal. The airport operates two passenger terminals: a main terminal building (Terminal 1) and a separate low-cost carrier terminal (Terminal 2). Annual passenger traffic before the pandemic was in the tens of millions.
Terminal Guide for Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport #
The airport has a main Terminal 1 for most scheduled airlines and an additional Terminal 2 that handles many low-cost carriers; T2 is a separate building a short transfer from T1. Check-in and security arrangements depend on which terminal your airline uses.
Getting to and From Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport #
Metro, buses and taxis connect the airport to Lisbon; the Metro provides the most predictable journey to the city centre. Travel time to central Lisbon (e.g., Baixa) is generally about 20-30 minutes by metro.
- Metro: The Aeroporto station on the metro’s red line links the airport with the city; journey time to central areas is about 20-30 minutes and fares are modest.
- Bus: Several urban and regional bus routes serve the airport.
- Taxi / Ride-share: Taxis to the city centre typically take 15-25 minutes depending on traffic; fares are higher than public transport.
- Driving: The airport is connected to the city’s road network; car hire and parking are available on site.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport #
Comprehensive passenger services with a good mix of retail and dining.
- Lounges: Airline and independent lounges are available in Terminal 1.
- Food & drink: Multiple cafes and restaurants landside and airside; T2 has more basic offerings.
- Wi‑Fi & charging: Free Wi‑Fi and charging points are available.
- Accessibility: Assistance and accessible facilities are provided; request in advance if required.
Tips for Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport #
- Take the Lisbon Metro (Aeroporto station) for a fast, reliable trip to the city centre - it avoids surface traffic and drops you near central connection points.
- Low-cost carriers often use Terminal 2; check which terminal your flight uses before departure as T2 is a separate building.
- Buy your Viva Viagem/7 Colinas card for public transport at the airport for multi-trip savings.
Weather & Climate near Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport #
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (731 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 6 mm.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (118 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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