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Flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $951. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lisbon.

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon is $709. 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.
9 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon.
TAP Air Portugal, Azul Airlines and LOT fly direct from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon.
There are 156 flights per week flying from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon, as of March 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Airport on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 42 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 Lisbon 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 Lisbon is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS): What you need to know

  • Rio de Janeiro's main base, Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), is where many great vacations begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS).

  • 9 hours 40 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is three hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro. Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport is located in Lisbon.

  • Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) is the most popular route. There are 13 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with TAP Portugal at 10:10pm. Choose the first GIG to LIS departure operated by TAP Portugal at 3:40pm if you'd rather get going earlier.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Rio de Janeiro to LIS. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a popular month like January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)

  • You can take a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) out of Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG).

  • TAP Portugal is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport taking off from GIG.

  • Most travelers prefer to book seats with TAP Air Portugal between GIG and LIS.

  • TAP Air Portugal leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 84.31% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to LIS leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • GIG is about 19 kilometers from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:

  • Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from GIG arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Rio de Janeiro to SDU in around 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometers away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 10 minutes.

  • Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio de Janeiro to LIS flight:

  • 79% of all departures from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport meet their expected arrival time.

About Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)

  • Have a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near LIS and hit the lights earlier:

  • Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.

Getting from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon

  • Central Lisbon is roughly 6 kilometers from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.

  • When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)

  • Right now, $459 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $709. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to LIS by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to LIS by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.

The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)

  • August is when most people book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS). Plan your visit to Lisbon in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • Book a Rio de Janeiro to LIS plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lisbon to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Lisbon

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Lisbon right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport:

  • Your trip to Lisbon isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Pasteis de Belém, belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.

Explore more of Portugal

  • Porto is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lisbon. Around 274 kilometers away to the north, check out popular attractions including Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.

  • If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Portugal, consider Coimbra, about 177 kilometers north of Lisbon. Biblioteca Joanina, Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra) and Paço das Escolas are highlights.

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