Lisbon to New York (LIS–JFK) — 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.
LIS–JFK is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal and Azores Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 3,358 miles in approximately 8h 3m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, VS | 7 | 339 | 8h03 | – | SkyTeam | AF, VS |
| TP TAP Air Portugal Also: B6, BT, EK | 7 | 339 | 7h33 | – | Star Alliance | B6, BT, EK |
| S4 Azores Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Lisbon
| Metric | LIS→JFK | OPO→JFK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LIS | – | 172 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 47 | 7 |
| Flight time | 8h 3m | 7h 50m |
Travel Essentials
LIS: WEST · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lisbon, it's 1:00 PM in New York.
Portugal is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Portuguese passport holders enter the United States for up to 90 days without a visa, but must obtain an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. The ESTA costs USD 21, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and covers multiple entries. Apply at the official CBP site (esta.cbp.dhs.gov) at least 72 hours before departure.
The 90-day stay cannot be extended, and you cannot change immigration status while in the US on the Visa Waiver Program.
Metro Red Line runs from downtown Lisbon (Alameda, Oriente) to the airport in 20–25 minutes (€1.85 single, or €0.48 on a Viva Viagem card). Trains run from 6:30am to 1am. The airport has its own station (Aeroporto) at the end of the Red Line.
Taxis from central Lisbon cost €10–15 and take 15–20 minutes with no traffic. Uber and Bolt are widely available at similar or lower prices. AeroBus (Carris) is slower (30–40 min) but cheaper at €4.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
LIS–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LIS to JFK
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal and Azores Airlines. With 47 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LIS to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LIS to JFK is about 8 hours 3 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,358 miles (5,404 km). There are approximately 47 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 75 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Boston Logan, Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas and João Paulo II. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Porto (OPO).