Can I fly direct from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon?

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flights. In the trailing 90 days, approximately 5% of flights on this route were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. This suggests that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more common.

How long does it take to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon?

A direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon typically takes around 9 hours and 45 minutes. This route covers a distance of approximately 7715 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to about 15 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when planning their journey.

How much do direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon tend to be more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is typically around $1595, representing a 37% premium over connecting flights. Connecting flights, on average, have a median price of $1161. Direct flights constitute about 4.1% of the available options, indicating they are less frequent but offer a quicker journey.

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Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon: Overview

Insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

For cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon, fares typically range from $867–$1526, with a median of $1243 over a 90-day period. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon, the data shows that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $589. July follows as another economical option, with a median fare of $661, while January also offers competitive pricing at a median of $721.

A typical journey from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon takes approximately 27h 25m, including connections. This is a significant travel time, reflecting the long-haul nature of the route and the prevalence of connecting flights.

Most itineraries from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon connect at least once, with only 5% of recent fares being non-stop over a 90-day window. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that travelers should expect and plan for connecting flights when traveling between these two cities.

The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Lisbon is approximately 7715 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international route. This substantial distance contributes to the longer journey times and the typical need for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Regular price: $708 - $1,456

Prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $708 and $1456. The current lowest deal is $794 with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras, for travel from Nov 18 to Nov 24.

now $794

Low $708

High $1,456

The cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon is February, with a median price of $589. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1697. Prices are generally lower from January to July.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $589

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,697

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

TAP Portugal

Last-minute flights going from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

Lufthansa

$1,325

$1,080

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

KLM

$1,420

$1,258

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

KLM

$1,546

$1,258

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

KLM

$1,602

$1,339

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

Air France

$1,546

$1,259

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

Air France

$1,420

$1,275

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

$1,130 → $923

18%

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$1,132 → $961

15%

5 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 11

$1,142 → $978

14%

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

$1,116 → $965

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro - Lisbon route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon are above the typical level at $794.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon, at $589.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 27h 25m

The median flight time from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon is 27 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 95% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

TAP Portugal offers direct flights

TAP Portugal is an airline that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon are frequent.

Rio de Janeiro main airports to depart from

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Galeão International is often the cheapest option for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$760

Jacarepaguá Airport (RRJ)

Jacarepaguá Airport offers another departure point for your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$900

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Santos Dumont provides an alternative departure airport for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon.

📍 ~1 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$828

Lisbon main airports to arrive at

Lisbon Portela (LIS)

Cheapest

Lisbon Portela Airport is the most budget-friendly option for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon.

📍 ~7 km from Lisbon city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$760

Airports nearby Lisbon used as alternative

Porto (OPO)

Cheapest

Porto Airport offers an extensive route network and excellent rail connectivity, making it a strong alternative.

📍 ~275 km from Lisbon (reachable by train or car)

💸 Flights from ~$723

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Dec 02

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$4,486

$2,344

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Lisbon, Portugal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lisbon

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $917. Booking within 7-13 days of travel sees an average price of $1210, while booking 0-6 days out can result in an average price of $1508. Planning your trip within this 28-59 day window generally offers better value based on past trends.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon is considered to be $867 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $1243. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares typically falling below $1526. Aiming for a fare at or below $867 would put you in the lower price quartile for this route.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon are February, July, and January. February typically sees a median price of $589, while July has a median of $661. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $721. These months are generally more affordable compared to the annual median price of $1243 for this route.

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Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon: Overview

Insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

How much is a round trip from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Regular price: $708 - $1,456

Prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $708 and $1456. The current lowest deal is $794 with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras, for travel from Nov 18 to Nov 24.

now $794

Low $708

High $1,456

The cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

February

Cheapest

Flights from $589

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,697

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

TAP Portugal

Last-minute flights going from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

Lufthansa

$1,325

$1,080

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

KLM

$1,420

$1,258

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

KLM

$1,546

$1,258

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

KLM

$1,602

$1,339

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

Air France

$1,546

$1,259

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Lisbon (LIS)

Air France

$1,420

$1,275

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

$1,130 → $923

18%

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$1,132 → $961

15%

5 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 11

$1,142 → $978

14%

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

$1,116 → $965

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro - Lisbon route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon are above the typical level at $794.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon, at $589.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 27h 25m

The median flight time from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon is 27 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 95% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

TAP Portugal offers direct flights

TAP Portugal is an airline that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon are frequent.

Rio de Janeiro main airports to depart from

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Galeão International is often the cheapest option for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$760

Jacarepaguá Airport (RRJ)

Jacarepaguá Airport offers another departure point for your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$900

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Santos Dumont provides an alternative departure airport for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon.

📍 ~1 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$828

Lisbon main airports to arrive at

Lisbon Portela (LIS)

Cheapest

Lisbon Portela Airport is the most budget-friendly option for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon.

📍 ~7 km from Lisbon city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$760

Airports nearby Lisbon used as alternative

Porto (OPO)

Cheapest

Porto Airport offers an extensive route network and excellent rail connectivity, making it a strong alternative.

Lisbon, Portugal

93% AI deal score

$2,704

$1,863

Save $841

Air France

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lisbon

Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Today’s best flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon: Overview

Insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

How much is a round trip from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

The cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Last-minute flights going from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Popular Airports to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro - Lisbon route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Median flight time is 27h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

TAP Portugal offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Rio de Janeiro 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

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Sep 21

Dec 02

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lisbon

How far in advance should I book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon?

What's a cheap fare from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon?

Can I fly direct from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon?

How long does it take to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon?

How much do direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon cost compared to connecting flights?

Related routes

More routes from Rio de Janeiro

Flights to Lisbon from other cities

Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon: Overview

Insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

How much is a round trip from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

The cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Last-minute flights going from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Popular Airports to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon

Rio de Janeiro - Lisbon route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Median flight time is 27h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

TAP Portugal offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Rio de Janeiro 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

Sep 22

Sep 22

Sep 23

Sep 21

Dec 02

Nov 26

Sep 21

Sep 20

Sep 20

Oct 12

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Oct 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lisbon

How far in advance should I book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon?

What's a cheap fare from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon?