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Getting to Lisbon City Centre from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Airport)

Humberto Delgado Airport, also known as Lisbon Airport, is the main airport serving Lisbon. It is conveniently located approximately 7 km from the city centre. There are several convenient options to reach the city centre:

Metro

  • Mode: Lisbon Airport Metro Station
  • Line: Red Line
  • Duration: About 20 minutes
  • Cost: €1.50 for a single ticket (plus €0.50 for a rechargeable Viva Viagem card if you don't already have one)
  • Frequency: Every 6-9 minutes
  • Note: Operates from 6:30 AM to 1:00 AM

Aerobus

  • Mode: Shuttle Service
  • Duration: Approximately 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic
  • Cost: €4.00 for a one-way ticket, €6.00 for a round trip
  • Frequency: Every 20 minutes
  • Note: Direct link to the city centre with stops at key locations.

Taxi

  • Mode: Taxi Service
  • Duration: Approximately 15-20 minutes
  • Cost: Range of €10.00 to €15.00, but can be higher during rush hours or at night; always ensure the taxi meter is running.
  • Note: Convenient for direct and private travel; additional 20% surcharge from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM and on weekends.

Ridesharing Services (e.g., Uber, Bolt)

  • Duration: Approximately 15-20 minutes
  • Cost: Generally between €8.00 to €12.00
  • Note: Prices can be higher during peak times; use the respective app for accurate pricing and service availability.

Bus

  • Mode: Carris Buses
  • Lines: 208 (night bus), 705, 722, 744, 783
  • Duration: Varies, roughly 30-40 minutes
  • Cost: €1.85 for a single ticket (plus €0.50 for a rechargeable Viva Viagem card)
  • Frequency: Depends on the line, operational till late evening for some lines, 208 runs through the night
  • Note: Slower option, but regular and inexpensive service; useful if staying nearby a bus route stop.

Car Rental

  • Duration: Approximately 15-20 minutes
  • Cost: Varies by car rental company and type of car; additional parking fees in the city
  • Note: Suitable for those planning further travel around Lisbon and surrounding areas or requiring flexibility in their schedule.

All above-mentioned durations from the airport to the city centre of Lisbon can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions. Always allow extra time for your journey, especially if you have a time-sensitive appointment or need to catch transportation from the city centre.