Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind Lisbon, where Lisbon Portela Airport is located.
To avoid missing your LIS to Fort Lauderdale flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LIS to Fort Lauderdale with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central Lisbon to LIS takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near LIS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Fort Lauderdale or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Lisbon Portela Airport, 64.1% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Fort Lauderdale
$574 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $781. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from LIS to Fort Lauderdale. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Finding cheap tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Fort Lauderdale is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across every month and snap up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to the centre of Fort Lauderdale takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near FLL if you have a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and find adventure across Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks before your flight from LIS to Fort Lauderdale can help you lock in the lowest rate.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Before booking your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Fort Lauderdale, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Fort Lauderdale offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Lisbon Portela Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Fort Lauderdale right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Fort Lauderdale:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Jungle Queen Riverboat are highlights which should be on any good Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Fort Lauderdale. Around 499 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If there's time to check out another side of United States, head for Tampa, about 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are key highlights.