Cheap Flights from Lisbon (LIS) to New York (JFK)

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Lisbon to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$603
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time8 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlinejetBlue
Average flights per week53

Finding cheap flights from Lisbon to New York John F. Kennedy: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lisbon to New York John F. Kennedy is $603. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Lisbon to New York John F. Kennedy.
jetBlue, Emirates and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Lisbon to New York John F. Kennedy.
As of May 2025, there are 53 flights per week flying from Lisbon to New York John F. Kennedy.
The cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to New York John F. Kennedy is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lisbon Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on Sunday, 1 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York John F. Kennedy but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Brussels Airlines and TAP Air Portugal offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York John F. Kennedy.

Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know

  • Around 8 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

  • New York's timezone is UTC-4, making New York four hours behind Lisbon.

  • Each week, there are 34 Lisbon Portela Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, opt for the 09:55 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 17:05 with TAP Portugal.

  • To ensure you catch your LIS to JFK flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Delta Air Lines has direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in New York — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines on this route.

  • TAP Portugal leads the way as the most punctual carrier for LIS to JFK flights, with 88.33% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LIS and JFK include:

    • Logan International Airport

    • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport

    • Mohamed V International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • At the moment, $368 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $603. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from LIS to JFK, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LIS to JFK.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • 64.1% of flights that take off from Lisbon Portela Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Lisbon Portela Airport from central Lisbon, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near LIS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport to central New York has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Before locking in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from LIS to JFK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • If you're interested in discovering another corner of United States, consider Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among its highlights.

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