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Cheapest return fare
£515
Typical prices: £510-£737
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Mon 5/10Tue 20/10
SFO - LIS • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£691
Typical prices: £447-£569
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Lisbon (SFO-LIS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Lisbon

Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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11:58 - 17:50SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
21h 52m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle
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09:50 - 23:56LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
22h 06m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Seattle/Tacoma Intl
£515Delta
Wed, 30 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct
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13:20 - 18:45SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
21h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Amsterdam Schiphol
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05:35 - 12:50LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
15h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£516Delta
Fri, 1 Jan - Thu, 7 Jan
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20:35 - 22:30SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
17h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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10:40 - 14:55LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
36h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
£517British Airways
Fri, 1 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
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06:00 - 08:00SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
18h 00m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:00 - 23:41LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
21h 41m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
£518Delta
Sun, 13 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
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07:00 - 08:55SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
17h 55m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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11:15 - 20:44LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
17h 29m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£518Delta
Sun, 27 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan
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20:35 - 21:45SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
17h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
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15:50 - 14:55LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
31h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
£521British Airways
Wed, 30 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan
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07:20 - 08:40SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
17h 20m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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10:00 - 22:57LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
20h 57m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City
£521Delta
Wed, 30 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct
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13:20 - 18:45SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
21h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Amsterdam Schiphol
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05:35 - 20:06LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
22h 31m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
£524Delta
Sun, 3 Jan - Sat, 9 Jan
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17:25 - 17:45SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
16h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
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15:50 - 14:55LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
31h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
£524British Airways
Sat, 17 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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14:40 - 17:50SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
19h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle
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10:55 - 21:23LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
17h 28m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£525Delta
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for San Francisco to Lisbon flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Lisbon to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from San Francisco to Lisbon?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Lisbon from San Francisco usually cost between £589 and £884 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £515 on Delta (5 Oct–20 Oct).

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Lisbon?

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Lisbon is February, where tickets cost £454 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £925 and £797 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Lisbon?

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Lisbon, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 37% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 2 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Lisbon

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on LIS

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Lisbon

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£352
Best time to beat the crowds (27% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (12% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Lisbon

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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Lisbon

  • Are there hotels in Lisbon Airport (LIS)?

    If you’re expecting to need some downtime when you land in Lisbon, you’ll be pleased to know that Tryp Hotel is there waiting for you. Only a few minutes walking from the main facility, it offers a relaxing sauna and steam room, massage and other spa services, laundry service, and even a full buffet.

  • Is there anything interesting to do at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    Free time before takeoff? SFO has you covered. This artistic town offers a beautiful sendoff with live performances from local musicians throughout the facility. Check out the SFO Museum, highlighting the cutting-edge work of some brilliant artists. Aviation history buffs will definitely want to tour the Louis A. Turpen Aviation Museum.

  • Are the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Lisbon Airport (LIS) kid-friendly facilities?

    Let them blow off some steam before takeoff and after landing. At SFO there are free play areas in terminals 1, 2, and 3, plus a nursery in each terminal if you need a little more privacy. Upon landing at Portela/Lisbon Airport (LIS), you’ll find a similar situation. There are several play areas in terminals, 1 and two located in terminal 2. Be aware these are in public areas and are not supervised. If needed there are a number of changing stations and private rooms to help you care for your baby upon arrival.

  • What’s the best way to get from Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to Lisbon city center?

    There are a few options to choose from depending on budget and time constraints. The city’s Metro (subway) system is well-connected to many areas of town and offers the “Aeroporto – Saldanha” line direct to Lisbon’s city center. The trip takes about 20 minutes, the same as a taxi. Taxis start at €20 (around $24.00) and maybe a good option if you have a lot of luggage. The city bus is another option and a budget-friendly one at just €4 ($5.00). Expect the trip to take around 45 minutes.

  • How should I get to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    The easiest option for getting to SFO is to utilize BART. The super reliable Bay Area Rapid Transit gets you to the airport on a timely schedule. The ride from downtown to the airport takes around 30min depending on where you’re coming from and costs about $9.65.

  • How many flights are there between San Francisco and Lisbon per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from San Francisco and lands in Lisbon, with an average flight time of 11h 15m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 4 flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Lisbon was £352 for a one-way ticket and £515 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    San Francisco and Lisbon are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Francisco from San Francisco and will be arriving at Lisbon Humberto Delgado.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Lisbon flight route: Iberia, British Airways, Finnair, United Airlines, SWISS, Alaska Airlines, and Aer Lingus.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    The Airbus A330-900neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Lisbon flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    You can catch a direct flight from San Francisco to Lisbon on on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Lisbon.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Lisbon from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Lisbon with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Lisbon from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Lisbon

  • A great way to unwind and get in travel mode, San Francisco International’s (SFO) Terminal 2 has a yoga room, located right after the security checkpoint.
  • If you have to get some work done en route, Lisbon Airport (LIS) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) both offer free Wi-Fi to keep you informed and connected.
  • There are a number of lounges to choose from at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), so if it makes sense to check in early, you can find somewhere spacious to post up for a while. For Delta passengers, there’s a Sky Club at SFO.
  • Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) is often called Lisbon Airport, or Portela Airport. It is located around 4.5 miles from Lisbon’s city center.
  • Freshening up after your flight to Lisbon is easy at Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), where a few of the lounges offer shower facilities that you can take advantage of.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Lisbon?

 
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San Francisco to Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Lisbon Humberto Delgado to San Francisco

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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