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Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon) Guide

Terminals, minimum connection times, ground transport, parking, lounges, and layover advice for Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon) (LIS), sourced from the airport or the operator that runs each service, with minimums from OAG data.

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  1. Map
  2. Terminals & connections
  3. Layover helper
  4. Security & TSA
  5. Lounges
  6. Amenities
  7. Ground transport
  8. Parking
  9. Can I leave?
  10. FAQ

Quick answer

  • Terminals: 2 terminals
  • Minimum connection time: 30 min domestic, 1 hr 30 min international to domestic
  • Arrive: Follow your airline's check-in deadline
  • To Lisbon: about 20 min one-way
  • Free WiFi: Yes · Showers: Yes

Map

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Terminals & connections

Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon) has 2 terminals. Transfer system: Free shuttle bus between T1 and T2 (landside). T2 is departures only; arrivals at T1.

Terminal 1

12 airlines: TAP Air Portugal, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, and more

Main terminal, TAP hub.

Terminal 2

4 airlines: Ryanair, easyJet, Wizz Air, Vueling

Low-cost (departures only; arrivals at T1).

Minimum connection times

Domestic to domestic
30 min
Domestic to international
1 hr
International to domestic
1 hr 30 min
International to international
1 hr 30 min
Transfer system
Free shuttle bus between T1 and T2 (landside)
Airside connected
Not published
Check your connection time at LIS

Layover helper

Find how long to plan for a connection at LIS: the official minimum connection time, plus a comfortable time of 30 minutes more, or 60 more when you clear customs or go through security again after a terminal change. Adjust trip type, terminal change, and checked-bag assumptions to match your itinerary.

Minimum connection at LIS

30min

Comfortable

60+ min

The shortest connection airlines usually sell here. Includes the walk between gates. Source: OAG

Comfortable is our guidance, not a rule.

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Security & TSA

Security waits at LIS vary by time of day and checkpoint. We have not confirmed a standard arrival time published by LIS, so follow your airline's check-in and bag-drop deadlines.

TSA PreCheck
Not available
CLEAR
Not available
Global Entry
Not available

Known for long non-EU passport queues.

Lounges

1 notable lounge at LIS, including airline-branded clubs and third-party options accessible via Priority Pass or day-pass. Check your credit card benefits (Amex Platinum, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Capital One Venture X) before paying a day-pass fee.

TAP Premium Lounge

Terminal 1

TAP / Star Alliance

Access: Business, TAP Victoria Gold

Amenities: Showers, Buffet

Amenities

6 of 7 core amenities available at LIS: showers, free WiFi, nursing rooms, chapel, pharmacy, pet relief. Free WiFi quality is rated good. Dining options span 1 terminal.

Showers

Available

Premium lounges

Sleep pods

Not available

WiFi

Free (good)

Nursing rooms

Available

Both terminals

Chapel

Available

Terminal 1

Pet relief areas

Available

Pet relief areas

Dining highlights

Terminal 1: Go Natural, Delta Café

Ground transport to Lisbon

LIS is about 20 min from downtown Lisbon by the fastest transit option.

OptionCostTime
Metro Red Line
Subway
Direct metro to central Lisbon. Single ticket €1.90 (€1.72 with the Navegante card, which costs €0.50).
$2-$3about 20 min
Aerobus
Bus
Express to city center.
VariesVaries
Taxi / Uber / Bolt
Taxi
VariesVaries

Parking

LIS parking ranges from €15 (~$16)/day economy to €40 (~$44)/day short-term. Lisbon (ANA/VINCI) prices parking in EUR (shown here in EUR with an approximate USD conversion). Official charges (effective Sep 20, 2024), daily maximums: P1 EUR 40 (closest, shown as short-term), P2 EUR 27.50, P3 and P6 EUR 19 (shown as long-term) and P Carga EUR 15 (shown as economy). Valet Xpress adds about 15% to the daily maximum.

Short-term
€40 (~$44)/day
Long-term
€19 (~$21)/day
Economy
€15 (~$16)/day
Valet
Not published

Can I leave LIS during a layover?

Yes, LIS is close enough to Lisbon that a 3-hour layover is workable. With 6+ hours, you have time to see part of Lisbon. Round-trip to the city center is about 40 min plus re-screening on return.

LIS is 7 km from central Lisbon. 3+ hour layovers can easily reach Baixa or Alfama.

Overnight layover hotels

  • TRYP Lisboa Aeroporto
    5-min shuttle
    $$

Frequently asked questions

How early should I arrive at LIS?

We have not confirmed a standard arrival time published by Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon), so follow your airline's check-in and bag-drop deadlines. Security waits vary by time of day and checkpoint, so add buffer at busy times.

What is the minimum connection time at LIS?

LIS requires at least 30 minutes for domestic-to-domestic connections and 90 minutes for international-to-domestic connections. Transfer system: Free shuttle bus between T1 and T2 (landside).

How long does it take to get between terminals at LIS?

We have no officially published terminal-to-terminal transfer time for LIS, so plan around the minimum connection time and add time for the terminal change.

Can I leave LIS during a 3-hour layover?

Yes, LIS is close enough to Lisbon that 3-hour layovers are workable. Round-trip to the city center is about 40 minutes plus re-screening. LIS is 7 km from central Lisbon. 3+ hour layovers can easily reach Baixa or Alfama.

Does LIS have showers?

Yes, LIS has showers at Premium lounges.

Does LIS have sleep pods?

LIS does not have dedicated sleep pods. Check premium airline lounges for quiet rooms.

Is WiFi free at LIS?

Yes. LIS offers free WiFi throughout the airport.

What is the cheapest way to get from LIS to Lisbon?

The cheapest option is typically Metro Red Line at $2-$3, taking about 20 minutes. Direct metro to central Lisbon. Single ticket €1.90 (€1.72 with the Navegante card, which costs €0.50).

Is there TSA PreCheck and CLEAR at LIS?

LIS does not support TSA PreCheck and does not have CLEAR. Security waits vary by time of day and checkpoint. Known for long non-EU passport queues.

Where should I eat at LIS during a layover?

Notable dining at LIS includes Go Natural (Terminal 1), Delta Café (Terminal 1).

How much does parking cost at LIS?

LIS parking rates: €40 (~$44)/day short-term, €19 (~$21)/day long-term, €15 (~$16)/day economy. Lisbon (ANA/VINCI) prices parking in EUR (shown here in EUR with an approximate USD conversion). Official charges (effective Sep 20, 2024), daily maximums: P1 EUR 40 (closest, shown as short-term), P2 EUR 27.50, P3 and P6 EUR 19 (shown as long-term) and P Carga EUR 15 (shown as economy). Valet Xpress adds about 15% to the daily maximum.

Is there a hotel at LIS for overnight layovers?

The closest option is TRYP Lisboa Aeroporto (5-min shuttle, $$). Budget time for the shuttle or rideshare in your overnight plan.

Which terminal does my airline use at LIS?

LIS has 2 terminals. Major airline assignments: Terminal 1: TAP Air Portugal, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines; Terminal 2: Ryanair, easyJet, Wizz Air. Confirm with your boarding pass before arrival since a few airlines operate from multiple terminals depending on route.

Are there pet relief areas at LIS?

Yes. Pet relief areas.

Is there a chapel or prayer room at LIS?

Yes. Terminal 1.

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Sources & verification

Connection times, security, ground transport and parking verified Oct 2026 against the sources above. Amenities, lounges and nearby hotels without a listed source are not yet verified. Always confirm with Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon) before flying.

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