Are direct flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can often be more budget-friendly. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration when making your choice.

Can flexible travel dates help on Johannesburg to Lisbon flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may offer more affordable fares. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days can sometimes lead to better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Johannesburg to Lisbon flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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2026-10-06 – 2026-10-26
JNB - Lisbon
92% AI deal score
$889
$598
Round trip
2026-10-08 – 2026-10-19
JNB - Lisbon
92% AI deal score
$902
$598
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JNB - Lisbon
93% AI deal score
$985
$610
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JNB - Lisbon
92% AI deal score
$922
$610
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2026-11-12 – 2026-11-20
JNB - Lisbon
89% AI deal score
$749
$615
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2026-12-03 – 2026-12-11
JNB - Lisbon
93% AI deal score
$1,065
$618
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2026-12-01 – 2026-12-24
JNB - Lisbon
93% AI deal score
$1,078
$656
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2026-11-13 – 2026-11-20
JNB - Lisbon
81% AI deal score
$761
$674
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2026-09-03 – 2026-09-09
JNB - Lisbon
93% AI deal score
$1,114
$677
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2026-10-12 – 2026-10-19
JNB - Lisbon
90% AI deal score
$937
$683
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Johannesburg to Lisbon: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon, fares typically range from $839–$1609, with a median of $1291. Right now, current fares are near the typical level. Approximately 15% of recent fares for this route have been classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lisbon? The data indicates that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $508. Following closely are April, with a median of $575, and May, with a median of $587. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which is important to consider when planning your journey.

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Lisbon? A typical journey from Johannesburg to Lisbon takes approximately 37h 40m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover.

The route from Johannesburg to Lisbon covers a distance of 8198 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This considerable distance means that flights will typically involve multiple connections.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Regular price: $802 - $1,472

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon is typically between $802 and $1472. The current lowest deal is $722 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Oct 12-Oct 21.

now $722

Low $802

High $1,472

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lisbon

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to LIS is January, with a median price of $508. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1539. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $508

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,539

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Turkish Airlines

Air Europa

easyJet UK

Norse Atlantic UK

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Kenya Airways

$1,066

$812

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Kenya Airways

$1,041

$748

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Kenya Airways

$1,119

$748

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Kenya Airways

$1,120

$812

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Air Europa

$1,114

$677

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Air Europa

$1,031

$798

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

4 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 9

$1,256 → $770

39%

8 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 11

$1,065 → $618

42%

6 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 9

$1,114 → $677

39%

23 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 24

$1,078 → $656

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Johannesburg - Lisbon route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Lisbon are near the typical level of $1291.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January, April, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights with 2+ stopovers

Flights to Lisbon typically take 37h 40m with a median of 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

No direct flights are available. Connecting flights are frequent on this long-haul route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers a recent deal

A recent deal with Etihad Airways was found for $722, departing October 12, 2026.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Historically, deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon appear frequently.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

Fly from O. R. Tambo International for direct and connecting flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$598

Lanseria International (HLA)

Consider Lanseria International for alternative flight options from Johannesburg to Lisbon.

📍 ~32 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$999

Lisbon main airports to arrive at

Lisbon Portela (LIS)

Cheapest

Lisbon Portela Airport is a primary gateway for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by metro, bus, taxi, car)

💸 Flights from ~$618

Airports nearby Lisbon used as alternative

Porto (OPO)

Porto Airport is a major international hub, useful if flights to Lisbon are unavailable or overpriced.

📍 ~275 km from Lisbon (reachable by high-speed rail and motorway, ~3 hours travel time)

💸 Flights from ~$681

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lisbon

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Best Elite deals to Lisbon

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From JNB

Elite

Feb 01

Lisbon, Portugal

93% AI deal score

$2,452

$1,654

Save $798

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Nov 20

Lisbon, Portugal

92% AI deal score

$2,688

$1,730

Save $958

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Jan 15

Lisbon, Portugal

92% AI deal score

$2,794

$1,745

Save $1,049

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 11

Lisbon, Portugal

92% AI deal score

$2,928

$1,806

Save $1,122

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 01

Lisbon, Portugal

92% AI deal score

$2,851

$1,840

Save $1,011

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Feb 10

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$2,724

$1,852

Save $872

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Sep 13

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$2,689

$1,852

Save $837

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Sep 26

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$2,674

$1,860

Save $814

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 08

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$2,912

$1,963

Save $949

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Sep 11

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$2,825

$1,973

Save $852

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 11

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$2,965

$1,974

Save $991

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From JNB

Elite

Dec 17

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$2,967

$1,975

Save $992

Kenya Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lisbon

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various airlines and online travel agencies. Look out for deals and promotions that may become available.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's worth monitoring prices if your travel dates are flexible. Generally, planning ahead is a good strategy.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always check the total cost and convenience.

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Johannesburg to Lisbon: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Regular price: $802 - $1,472

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon is typically between $802 and $1472. The current lowest deal is $722 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Oct 12-Oct 21.

now $722

Low $802

High $1,472

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lisbon

January

Cheapest

Flights from $508

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,539

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Turkish Airlines

Air Europa

easyJet UK

Norse Atlantic UK

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Kenya Airways

$1,066

$812

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Kenya Airways

$1,041

$748

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Kenya Airways

$1,119

$748

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Kenya Airways

$1,120

$812

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Air Europa

$1,114

$677

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Lisbon

Johannesburg (JNB) - Lisbon (LIS)

Air Europa

$1,031

$798

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

4 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 9

$1,256 → $770

39%

8 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 11

$1,065 → $618

42%

6 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 9

$1,114 → $677

39%

23 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 24

$1,078 → $656

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Johannesburg - Lisbon route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Lisbon are near the typical level of $1291.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January, April, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights with 2+ stopovers

Flights to Lisbon typically take 37h 40m with a median of 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

No direct flights are available. Connecting flights are frequent on this long-haul route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers a recent deal

A recent deal with Etihad Airways was found for $722, departing October 12, 2026.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Historically, deals for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon appear frequently.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

Fly from O. R. Tambo International for direct and connecting flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$598

Lanseria International (HLA)

Consider Lanseria International for alternative flight options from Johannesburg to Lisbon.

📍 ~32 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$999

Lisbon main airports to arrive at

Lisbon Portela (LIS)

Cheapest

Lisbon Portela Airport is a primary gateway for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by metro, bus, taxi, car)

💸 Flights from ~$618

Airports nearby Lisbon used as alternative

Porto (OPO)

Porto Airport is a major international hub, useful if flights to Lisbon are unavailable or overpriced.

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$2,967

$1,975

Save $992

Kenya Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lisbon

Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Today’s best flight deals from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Johannesburg to Lisbon: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lisbon

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Johannesburg - Lisbon route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in January for the best prices

Long-haul flights with 2+ stopovers

Connecting flights only

Etihad Airways offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Lisbon main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lisbon used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lisbon

Best Elite deals to Lisbon

Feb 01

Nov 20

Jan 15

Dec 11

Dec 01

Feb 10

Sep 13

Sep 26

Dec 08

Sep 11

Dec 11

Dec 17

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lisbon

How can I find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon?

When should I book flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon?

Are direct flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Johannesburg to Lisbon flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Johannesburg to Lisbon flights?

Related routes

More routes from Johannesburg

Flights to Lisbon from other cities

Johannesburg to Lisbon: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Lisbon

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Lisbon

Johannesburg - Lisbon route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in January for the best prices

Long-haul flights with 2+ stopovers

Connecting flights only

Etihad Airways offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Lisbon main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Lisbon used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lisbon

Best Elite deals to Lisbon

Feb 01

Nov 20

Jan 15

Dec 11

Dec 01

Feb 10

Sep 13

Sep 26

Dec 08

Sep 11

Dec 11

Dec 17

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lisbon

How can I find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon?

When should I book flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Johannesburg to Lisbon?