Lisbon to Philadelphia (LIS–PHL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LIS–PHL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,449 miles in approximately 7h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 46 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AY, BA, IB | 8 | 789 | 7h31-7h50 | – | Oneworld | AY, BA, IB |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
LIS: WEST · PHL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lisbon, it's 1:00 PM in Philadelphia.
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.
SEPTA Airport Line from the terminal to Center City takes 25–30 minutes ($8). Trains run every 30 minutes (5am to midnight) to 30th Street, Suburban, and Jefferson stations; all with connections to the subway and regional rail network. Buy tickets at platform machines.Taxis to Center City cost $28–35 (flat rate). Ride-shares to Center City run $22–35. For New York City, the Bolt Bus and Greyhound stop near 30th Street Station, or take NJ Transit to New York Penn Station (connecting from 30th Street). Amtrak also departs 30th Street Station for New York in 65 minutes.
Humid continental climate on the Delaware River. Winters (December–March) are cold (−2 to 5°C) with snow and ice. Philadelphia sits in the I-95 "snow corridor" and receives significant nor'easter snowfall several times per winter. PHL has solid de-icing capacity, but major storms cause multi-hour and multi-day disruptions.
Summers are hot and humid (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause frequent delays June through August. Spring and fall are transitional with variable conditions. Fog along the Delaware is occasional in fall and early winter mornings.
LIS–PHL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LIS to PHL
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LIS to PHL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LIS to PHL ranges from 7 hours 31 minutes to 9 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,449 miles (5,551 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 51 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
46 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via ART. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.