Taxi & Transfers from Lisbon airport «Humberto Delgado» (LIS) to Lisbon

How to Get From Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Lisbon City Center 

Humberto Delgado Airport, also known as Lisbon Airport and Portela Airport, is the main international air hub of the capital city and it is only 7 kilometers away from the city center. Despite the project for a new air hub in another location, plans have been delayed and Lisbon Humberto Delgado International stayed in focus with expansion plans and a new terminal. Today with its two terminals and improved shopping and restaurant areas as well as an underground station connecting the terminals to the city center, Humberto Delgado Airport connects the city with international and domestic flights. 

Taxi from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Lisbon City Center 

Official taxis in Lisbon are cream colored and can be found lined up at the terminal exits. To Lisbon city center, it takes around 15 minutes and costs €15 at a normal rate and €18 at night tariff. Unfortunately, there is no fixed price from the airport and the taxi driver might charge more for your luggage. All these cars are metered in Lisbon but make sure the meter is turned on to prevent misunderstandings. Your taxi driver might not speak English but most cabs have GPS so as long as you have the address written, it is fine. Do not forget to wear your seatbelt since the traffic and driving here is known to be hectic. 

Public Transport from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Lisbon City Center 

Being so close to the city center and with its new metro station, public transport from the airport to downtown is the cheapest option. By the metro, you are in the city center in 20 minutes. But be careful with the tickets since not all forms of transportation use the same cards and tickets. One way ticket from to city center costs €1.45. You can buy a day ticket for €6.30 valid for both metro and buses which will cover your travel from the airport and in the city center. Keep in mind that public transport works until 1 am. There are also buses and shuttles but they take longer and not always allow large luggage. If you book taxi or transfer in advance, you might avoid such difficulties.  

Transfer from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Lisbon City Center 

After your travel, you might not want to deal with your luggage or bargain for the taxi fare at the terminals. In this case, a private transfer service is a convenient option for you. At Kiwitaxi.com you can pre-book your transfer from Humberto Delgado Airport to Lisbon city center starting from €19. You can choose between different vehicles, request a child seat and pay safely with your credit card on the website or pay to your private transfer driver upon your arrival. Your transfer driver will pick you up from the airport with your nameplate and drive you to your destination.