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Lisbon

Lisbon holidays

Hilly riverside capital for neighbourhood-hopping, viewpoints and trams rather than resort-style beach downtime.

29°C AugustBest May, Jun, Jul, Aug3–4 nightsDirect from London Stansted

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At a glance

  • neighbourhood-focused city breaks
  • first-time Portugal trips
  • spring or autumn stays

Trip cost

6 nights in Lisbon≈ €570–€875 pp
Return flight
≈€61
Stay
≈€672
Food & local
≈€144

Includes the return fare from London Stansted. An estimate, not a quote — each booking happens separately with its supplier. How we work this out.

Stays

Stays in Lisbon

From €48/night · Typical €164 · 93 stays · 6-night stay assumed

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Getting to Lisbon

  • AirportHumberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Airport) (LIS)
  • Transfer optionsMetro, bus, taxi

The airport connects directly to the city via the metro's Red Line, urban buses and taxis.

Flexible-date fares from London Stansted

August from €160 return

Typical €286 · 11 nights

Tue 25 Aug

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September from €73 return

Typical €131 · Direct · 3 nights

Sun 27 Sept

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October from €61 return cheapest

Typical €111 · Direct · 7 nights

Sat 31 Oct

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November from €64 return

Typical €81 · Direct · 7 nights

Thu 19 Nov

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December from €301 return

Typical €400 · Direct · 6 nights

Thu 31 Dec

Ryanair

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Indicative, per traveller. You book with Aviasales.

Cheapest and typical return fare to Lisbon by month, from London Stansted.
See fare details — 5 months as a table

Pick a month to set your trip to its real dates.

MonthLowestTypicalOptions
Aug€160€28614
Sep€73€13127
Oct€61€11110
Nov€64€8115
Dec€301€4006

Areas of Lisbon

A few places people base themselves, and who each tends to suit.

  • BaixaFlat central grid best for first-time visitors who want straightforward access to major sights.
  • ChiadoNeighbourhood that blends Baixa convenience with more character, suiting longer or return stays.
  • AlfamaOld hill district for travellers who prioritise historic alleys and views over quiet nights.
  • Bairro AltoCompact area north of Chiado known for busy evenings, fitting those who enjoy bar-heavy nights.
  • BelémRiverside district west of the centre that suits visitors who want museums and monuments with more space.

When to go

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis, 2022–2024). Gold months are the best weather fit.

Best overall
May · June · July · August
Hottest
July · 29°C
Wettest
October · 119mm
  • Jan16°60mm
  • Feb17°41mm
  • Mar18°77mm
  • Apr21°30mm
  • May24°10mm
  • Jun25°31mm
  • Jul29°5mm
  • Aug29°0mm
  • Sep26°56mm
  • Oct24°119mm
  • Nov19°71mm
  • Dec16°112mm

What each season is like

Spring
One of the best times, with comfortable conditions and active street life before full summer crowds.
Summer
Peak season brings hot days and heavy visitor numbers, especially around central viewpoints and tram routes.
Autumn
Early autumn is often a golden period with warm light and fewer tourists than summer.
Winter
Quieter and cheaper, with some rain but fewer visitors, suiting budget-minded travellers willing to accept cloudier days.

What’s on in Lisbon

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Compare Portugal destinations

Still deciding? Other Portugal destinations, with the same weather and typical-stay data behind them.

DestinationAugTypical stay
Faro (Algarve)30°C2–3 nights
Funchal (Madeira)25°C2–3 nights
Porto25°C2–4 nights

Good to know about Lisbon

Worth it for

Offers layered historic districts and miradouros rather than a single compact centre like Faro or Porto.

Keep in mind

Steep hills and cobbled streets can be demanding for some travellers, particularly in older districts.

Why go

  • Offers layered historic districts and miradouros rather than a single compact centre like Faro or Porto.
  • Balances urban life with nearby beaches and day trips, so you can mix city walking with coastal escapes.
  • Feels larger and more varied than Porto, suiting longer city breaks focused on areas rather than one riverfront.

Worth knowing

  • Steep hills and cobbled streets can be demanding for some travellers, particularly in older districts.
  • Central areas see significant tourist pressure in spring and summer, affecting queues and ambience.
  • Night-time noise in parts of Alfama, Bairro Alto and similar districts can be high, so careful area choice matters.