The Lisbon Airport has a Metro (subway) station with a direct line to the city centre. The 'Aeroporto – Saldanha' line takes you to downtown Lisbon in about 20 minutes. The Metro network will allow you to move around the city at ease.
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Taxi: A taxi is a comfortable and reasonably priced way to get from the Airport to your hotel. It normally costs around € 35 ( US$ 37.40) to get to the city center. You can purchase a pre-paid ticket at the taxi rank, that way you'll know the price before getting in the taxi and avoid possible surprises.
Humberto Delgado Airport (IATA: LIS, ICAO: LPPT), known as Lisbon Airport or Portela Airport, is an international airport located 7 km (4.3 mi) northeast from the city centre of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal.
Uber and RidesharingFares tend be to slightly lower than regular taxis, but note that if you call an Uber at the airport, the car can't stop outside the arrivals terminal and there may be some confusion figuring out your pickup location. See all Lisbon airport transportation options.
Lisbon Taxis: Payment MethodsAlthough your taxi driver will likely accept payment via debit or credit card, this is not a rule. Hence, you should always carry some euros with you, as many taxis aren't equipped with a POS machine. In that case, bank card payments are out of the question.
The Lisbon Airport has a Metro (subway) station with a direct line to the city centre. The 'Aeroporto – Saldanha' line takes you to downtown Lisbon in about 20 minutes. The Metro network will allow you to move around the city at ease.
Best Areas To Stay in LisbonHighly coveted districts for a Lisbon stay include Baixa, Chiado, Bairro Alto, and to some extent, Avenida da Liberdade. These are sought-after locations due to their central positioning. Scoring a reasonably priced lodging here requires some early planning.
While Lisbon is the most expensive city to live in Portugal, it is quite affordable when compared to other countries in western Europe, although, what once was a cheap city has seen its prices creeping up. This said, the cost of living in Lisbon for international students and expats is usually still very affordable.
Tipping in Portugal is just as important as in other parts of the world. All waiting staff, attendants and clerks earn a wage, but wages are low and many do rely on tips to supplement their income.
Taxis and Ride-Hailing ServicesWhen you take a taxi or a ride-hailing service in Portugal, know that the drivers do not expect a large tip. In fact, a customary taxi tip is approximately five or 10 percent of the fare. It's also acceptable to “round up” the bill to the nearest euro.
Tipping is not mandatory, and you should only do so if you feel comfortable about it and if you want to reward truly exceptional service. Tipping for great service is very much appreciated.
Please be sure to have the correct currency on hand or be prepared to exchange your dollars for Euros upon arrival. In our culture we can put everything on credit and debit cards, however, in Europe you will find it useful to always keep a little cash on hand.
Taxis usually accept the payment of the fare by credit card, but it's better to ask the driver before you get in. You usually get a receipt at the end of the ride. If you don't speak Portuguese, have your address written down and ready to show the driver.
Lisbon airport taxis are always available outside both T1 and T2 of Portela Airport. A taxi will drop you off right in front of your hotel's doors. It is by far the quickest transfer option from LIS Airport to Lisbon.
Generally speaking, most airlines advise that you arrive at the airport at least 2 hours prior to a domestic flight, and at least 3 hours prior to an international flight.