Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Lisbon.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LIS to SAW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between LIS and SAW include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
₹ 7,041 is currently the best price for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 17,160. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LIS to SAW if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from LIS to SAW.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
64.1% of flights that leave from Lisbon Portela Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LIS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Book a hotel close to SAW if you're taking a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Driving there takes about 55 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to SAW in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're looking to explore another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.