Zaventem to Lisbon (BRU–LIS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BRU–LIS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Brussels Airlines and TAP Air Portugal lead the route. The flight covers 1,067 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SN Brussels Airlines Also: EY, SQ | 42 | 320, 32A, 32N | 2h55 | – | Star Alliance | EY, SQ |
| TP TAP Air Portugal Also: AC, AY, BT, ET, FI, MS, OU, S4, TG | 42 | 320, 32N, 32Q | 2h55 | – | Star Alliance | AC, AY, BT, ET, FI, MS, OU, S4, TG |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Lisbon from Zaventem
| Metric | BRU→LIS | CRL→LIS | EIN→LIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BRU | – | 30 mi | 54 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 188 | 12 | 13 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 50m | 2h 55m |
Travel Essentials
BRU: CEST · LIS: WEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 5:00 PM in Lisbon.
Both Belgium and Portugal are EU and Schengen member states. Belgian citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Portugal without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.
The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.
Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.
Metro Red Line directly from the airport station to central Lisbon in 20–25 minutes (€1.85 single). Most central destinations (Rossio, Baixa-Chiado, Oriente) are reachable within 30 minutes total. Operating hours 6:30am to 1am.Taxis cost €10–15 to the city centre. Uber and Bolt are cheaper still at €8–12. AeroBus to Marquês de Pombal costs €4. The airport is just 7km from the city centre; ground transport is fast by European standards.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and sunny (28–35°C) with almost no rain. July and August rarely see any precipitation and offer the most reliable flying weather in Europe. Winters are mild and rainy (8–15°C), with the wettest months December through February.
Flight disruptions are uncommon. Atlantic coastal fog can affect early morning visibility in autumn (October–November). Wind off the Atlantic is persistent year-round and can affect smaller aircraft but rarely disrupts scheduled service.
BRU–LIS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BRU to LIS
Brussels Airport (BRU) and Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) are connected by nonstop service from Brussels Airlines and TAP Air Portugal. With 188 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BRU to LIS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BRU to LIS is about 2 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,067 miles (1,717 km). There are approximately 188 weekly flights outbound and 174 return, totaling 362 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Francisco de Sá Carneiro, Asturias and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Charleroi (CRL), Eindhoven (EIN) and Rotterdam (RTM).