Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) Traveler Essentials
- Terminals
- Single terminal (T1) with multiple piers
- Distance to city
- 7 km / 20–25 min by Metro (Red Line) or taxi
Overview
Lisbon's centrally-located airport is just 7km from the city — one of Europe's most conveniently positioned airports.
Transport to city center
Metro Red Line to Oriente: 25 min, €1.85. AeroBus to Cais do Sodré: 30 min, €4. Taxi: €12-20. Uber: €10-15.
Wi-Fi
Free unlimited WiFi at Lisbon Airport — connect to the airport network; no time limit.
Lounges
TAP Air Portugal VIP Lounge, Sala Nobile lounge. Multiple airline-specific lounges.
Security & customs
EU/EEA passport holders and eligible ePassport travelers can use the automated RAPID eGates; non-EU arrivals can face long passport queues at peak times, so allow extra time. Standard EU 100ml liquid rules apply at security. Portugal is in Schengen, so intra-Schengen flights skip passport control.
Travel tips
Lisbon Airport is expanding — check construction updates. The Metro red line is the quickest way into the city.