Lisbon to London (LIS–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LIS–LGW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and TAP Air Portugal lead the route. The flight covers 958 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 85 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 21 | 319, 320 | 2h40-2h45 | – | – | – |
| TP TAP Air Portugal Also: BT, FI, S4 | 12 | 320, E95 | 2h40-2h45 | – | Star Alliance | BT, FI, S4 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Lisbon
| Metric | LIS→LGW | FAO→LGW | OPO→LGW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LIS | – | 138 mi | 172 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 57 | 71 | 54 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 32m | 2h 15m |
Travel Essentials
LIS: WEST · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Lisbon, it's 6:00 PM in London.
Portuguese passport holders enter the UK without a visa for stays up to 6 months. Since April 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must be obtained before travel. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and allows multiple visits. Apply online or through the UK ETA app.
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.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
LIS–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LIS to LGW
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from TAP Air Portugal and easyJet. With 57 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LIS to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LIS to LGW ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 958 miles (1,542 km). There are approximately 57 weekly flights outbound and 64 return, totaling 121 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
85 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ORY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Faro (FAO), Porto (OPO) and Seville (SVQ).