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Cheapest return flight
£524
Typical prices: £508-£780
STP Airways
Mon 30/4Tue 8/5
LIS - TMS • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£315
Typical prices: £297-£494
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 28/2
LIS - TMS • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with STP Airways and TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Average duration is 6h 28m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 76% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 17% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £518 (return)
Shortest trip • 8h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lisbon to São Tomé (LIS-TMS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Lisbon to São Tomé

Fri, 30 Apr - Sat, 8 May
STP Airways Logo
00:05 - 05:35LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-TMS Sao Tome Is
6h 30mdirect
STP Airways Logo
07:05 - 14:35TMS  Sao Tome Is-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
6h 30mdirect
£524STP Airways
Fri, 7 May - Sat, 29 May
STP Airways Logo
00:05 - 05:35LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-TMS Sao Tome Is
6h 30mdirect
STP Airways Logo
07:05 - 14:35TMS  Sao Tome Is-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
6h 30mdirect
£524STP Airways
Fri, 23 Apr - Sat, 1 May
EuroAtlantic Airways Logo
00:05 - 05:35LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-TMS Sao Tome Is
6h 30mdirect
EuroAtlantic Airways Logo
07:05 - 14:35TMS  Sao Tome Is-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
6h 30mdirect
£526EuroAtlantic Airways
Fri, 30 Apr - Sat, 8 May
EuroAtlantic Airways Logo
00:05 - 05:35LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-TMS Sao Tome Is
6h 30mdirect
EuroAtlantic Airways Logo
07:05 - 14:35TMS  Sao Tome Is-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
6h 30mdirect
£528EuroAtlantic Airways
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
TAAG Logo
22:35 - 11:35LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-TMS Sao Tome Is
13h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
TAAG Logo
12:35 - 19:35TMS  Sao Tome Is-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
31h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
£550TAAG
Fri, 12 Mar - Sat, 27 Mar
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
10:15 - 18:55LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-TMS Sao Tome Is
8h 40m1 stop Accra Kotoka
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
22:25 - 05:05TMS  Sao Tome Is-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
6h 40mdirect
£553TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, 13 Mar - Sat, 27 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:25 - 11:35LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-TMS Sao Tome Is
27h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:25 - 05:05TMS  Sao Tome Is-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
6h 40mdirect
£580Multiple Airlines
Fri, 9 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
09:55 - 17:45LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-TMS Sao Tome Is
8h 50m1 stop Accra Kotoka
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
19:40 - 05:15TMS  Sao Tome Is-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
8h 35m1 stop Accra Kotoka
£584TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
TAAG Logo
22:35 - 11:35LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-TMS Sao Tome Is
13h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
TAAG Logo
12:35 - 06:25TMS  Sao Tome Is-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
17h 50m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
£768TAAG
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:35 - 11:35LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-TMS Sao Tome Is
13h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:00 - 05:05TMS  Sao Tome Is-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
9h 05mdirect
£832Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Lisbon to São Tomé flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Lisbon to São Tomé?

Return flights from Lisbon to São Tomé typically range from £508 to £780. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £524 on STP Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lisbon to São Tomé?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lisbon to São Tomé. It's 22% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to São Tomé?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to São Tomé at £527 return.
•August (£803) and July (£785) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lisbon to São Tomé the cheapest?

Flights from Lisbon to São Tomé are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Lisbon to São Tomé flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£315
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 34% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Lisbon to São Tomé

When to book flights from Lisbon to São Tomé

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lisbon to São Tomé based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Lisbon to São Tomé flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lisbon to São Tomé:

    • Earliest: departs at 00:05 and lands at 06:33
    • Latest: departs at 10:50 and lands at 17:18.

    The flight takes about 6h 28m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Lisbon to São Tomé:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    A direct flight from Lisbon to São Tomé takes 6h 28m, covering 2,835 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Lisbon to São Tomé flight?

    Return flights from Lisbon to São Tomé range from £508 to £780, with an average of £635 over the past 12 months. Anything below £508 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lisbon to São Tomé flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the £635 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £518 return via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ), compared with £678 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £60–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    The Boeing 767-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by STP Airways and EuroAtlantic Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • Have flight prices from Lisbon to São Tomé changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £524 to £3,697. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Lisbon to São Tomé looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lisbon to São Tomé are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £546, which is 54% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    Flights from Lisbon to São Tomé usually depart from Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) and arrive at Sao Tome Is (TMS).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Lisbon to São Tomé route, 36% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 01m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lisbon to São Tomé pass through?

    Connecting flights from Lisbon to São Tomé most commonly pass through:

    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) – 73% of one-stop connections
    • Accra Kotoka (ACC) – 27% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Lisbon to São Tomé. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £501 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £791, a difference of £289.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    2 airlines operate flights between Lisbon and São Tomé. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • STP Airways
    • TAP AIR PORTUGAL

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Lisbon to São Tomé?

    Flying via Accra Kotoka (ACC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 47m, compared to 19h 32m via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Lisbon to São Tomé flights?

    Among airlines operating Lisbon to São Tomé flights:

    • TAP AIR PORTUGAL: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Lisbon to São Tomé flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • STP Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • TAP AIR PORTUGAL: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • EuroAtlantic Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Lisbon to São Tomé flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average £501, about £289 less than Monday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lisbon to São Tomé trip for March. Fares historically average £527 return in that month – typically £276 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Over the past three months, 76% of TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights from Lisbon to São Tomé arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 64%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 01m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Airport (NBJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £518 return on this route – about £160 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sao Tome Is Airport.

    • Omali São Tomé

Prefer to fly direct from Lisbon to São Tomé?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to Sao Tome Is Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Lisbon Humberto Delgado to Sao Tome Is

Saturday

STP Airways,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

STP Airways,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

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Direct returns

Sao Tome Is to Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wednesday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Saturday

STP Airways,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

STP Airways,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

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