Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to East Midlands Airport (EMA): what you need to know
Lisbon and Nottingham share the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
To ensure you get on your LIS to EMA flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to East Midlands Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between LIS and EMA:
Valencia Airport
Geneve Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to East Midlands Airport flight is RM186. A return ticket is currently RM584. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LIS to EMA, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to East Midlands Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Of the flights that depart from Lisbon Portela Airport, 64.1% arrive on time at their destination.
Lisbon Portela Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to East Midlands Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LIS:
Arriving at East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lisbon Portela Airport to East Midlands Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EMA instead:
Grab an East Midlands Airport rental car and discover Nottingham and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Green Motion and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from East Midlands Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to central Nottingham
From East Midlands Airport, Nottingham is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to East Midlands Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Nottingham in January.
Lock in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to East Midlands Airport for July if you want to visit Nottingham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LIS to EMA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Nottingham, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to London to tick off its top attractions. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 72 kilometres south-west of Nottingham. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are the start of reasons to visit.
