Lisbon Airport Guide

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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Lisbon Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

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LIS Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Lisbon Portela Airport (Code: LIS).

What to Expect

Lisbon Airport has two terminals. Terminal 1 handles arrivals and departures on traditional airlines (i.e. TAP Air Portugal), whereas Terminal 2 is for flights on low-cost carriers (i.e. easyJet). A free shuttle bus connects T1 and T2 on the landside (departs every 10-20 minutes, 24/7), but there’s no airside connection—passengers must exit security for transfers. Terminal 1 is reportedly much larger than Terminal 2, with better food and shopping choices. Free unlimited WiFi is available to help pass the time. Economy-class passengers can pay to use one of the first-class lounges, a few of which have showers.

Sleeping in Lisbon Airport

Sleeping in Lisbon Airport is possible, but Terminal 1 is the place to be overnight: Terminal 2 closes from 12:30 AM to 3:30 AM. Sleeping conditions are noticeably better after security in Terminal 1, where travellers report recliners, padded benches and some armrest-free seating; landside, sleep-friendly seats are scarce and many travellers end up on the cold, brightly lit stone floor. If you are landside overnight, keep your boarding pass handy, as recent travellers have reported police checking tickets during the night. For detailed sleeping locations, conditions, photos and traveller tips, see our Guide to Sleeping in Lisbon Airport.

For uninterrupted sleep, there are two hotels near the airport. See the Airport Hotels section below for locations.

In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.

Airport Hours

Terminal 1 is open 24 hours (landside and airside).
Terminal 2 closes overnight (landside and airside) between approximately 12:30 AM and 3:30 AM, reopening for early-morning departures.

What this means for airport sleepers:
If you’re staying overnight, Terminal 1 is your only option, as it remains open 24 hours. Terminal 2 closes for several hours overnight, so it’s not suitable for late-night arrivals or overnight stays. In Terminal 1, be prepared to move if areas are cleaned or monitored overnight.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

Living Spot is a designated rest area with reclining lounge chairs, charging points, and interactive features. It’s one of the more comfortable places to rest airside, though it is not designed for overnight sleeping.
Location: Terminal 1, Airside (Departures Restricted Area), near Gates S19–S20.

As with any public rest area, travellers should take normal precautions. Keep valuables secured and bags locked or physically attached to you while resting.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels at Lisbon Airport and more within a short drive away.

Hotels at the Airport

Melia Lisboa Aeroporto Hotel – Upscale hotel. Located next to Terminal 1 and within walking distance. Airport shuttle included.
Star Inn Lisboa – Mid-range hotel. Located next to Terminal 1 and within walking distance. Airport shuttle included.

Hotels near the Airport

Avalade Palace (0.9 mi / 1.4 km) – Boutique hotel.
Holiday Inn Express Lisbon Airport by IHG (1.2 mi / 1.9 km) Mid-range hotel.
B&B Hotel Lisboa Aeroporto (1.3 mi / 2.1 km) – Budget hotel.
ibis Styles Lisboa Aeroporto (1.4 mi / 2.3 km) – Mid-range hotel.

Looking for more options? Browse the complete list of hotels near Lisbon Airport on Expedia.

Airport Lounges

Whether you’re looking to relax, work, or refresh before your flight, Lisbon Airport offers a variety of lounges to enhance your travel experience. From premium airline lounges to accessible public lounges, there are options for every traveller. Access is available through multiple methods, including pay-at-the-door, prepaid lounge passes, lounge membership programs, or complimentary entry for eligible airline passengers and frequent flyers.

ANA Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, 6th Floor, above Praça Lisboa (‘Lisbon Square’), Schengen flights. Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: Yes (shower kit with towel and toiletries costs €15.50). Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (€38) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card benefits • Star Alliance (Business/First Class and Gold members) • TAP Air Portugal premium cabin passengers and eligible partners.

TAP Premium Lounge Tejo – Location: Airside, Schengen Area, 6th Floor. Hours: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (prices from €27) • Star Alliance (Business/First Class and Gold members on eligible flights) • TAP Air Portugal Business Class and TAP Miles&Go Gold members, plus other eligible TAP elites and cardholders.

TAP Premium Lounge Atlântico – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, Non-Schengen Area, 5th Floor. Hours: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM . Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (prices from €27) • Star Alliance (Business/First Class and Gold members on eligible non-Schengen flights) • TAP Air Portugal Business Class and TAP Miles&Go Gold members, plus other eligible TAP elites and cardholders.

Food & Drinks

If you’re awake overnight and looking for food or coffee, there are a few 24-hour options in Terminal 1:

Terminal 1, landside: 1st Cafe • Go Natural • Go To Cafe • Grab It
Terminal 1, airside: 1st Cafe • Cockpit • Express Market • McCafe • McDonalds • a new vending machine concept.

Terminal 2 does not have 24-hour dining options.

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Drinking Water
Free water bottle refill stations are available airside in Terminal 1. Landside, travellers should expect to rely mainly on bottled water, with prices typically around €1.50.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Left luggage services and lockers are available in Terminal 1, with multiple landside locations including the Arrivals Hall and near the Metro entrance. Services operate 24 hours a day. Pricing varies by item size and duration: from €3-6 per item/day.

Mobile Charging

Free charging stations are available airside. Landside outlets can be found in Terminal 1 near the food court (Level 1). Power outlets are limited in Terminal 2, so bringing a portable charger or adapter is recommended.

Showers

Showers are available through a few pay-to-use lounges, including the ANA Lounge and ABC Business Center. See Airport Lounges above for details.

WiFi/Internet

Unlimited free WiFi is available at Lisbon Airport. Connect to the “VINCI Airports wifi” network.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Business Centre – Need a quiet place to work or take a call? The ABC Business Centre offers WiFi and workspaces suitable for meetings and conferences. Location: Terminal 1, Landside. Limited daytime hours.

Family Services

Baby Care Facilities – Baby changing rooms with sinks and changing tables are available both landside and airside in Terminal 1. Changing tables can also be found in most women’s washrooms and accessible restrooms in both terminals. A small number of private rooms are available for breastfeeding. Some restrooms are equipped with child-size toilet seats.
Children’s Play Areas – Colourful play areas for younger children (approximately ages 2–7) are available in Terminal 1, Airside.
Family Room – Travelling with kids? A dedicated Family Room provides a quieter space away from the main terminal, with seating, basic kitchen facilities, and children’s entertainment. Location: Terminal 1, Landside.
Strollers – Airport strollers are available free of charge after security in Terminal 1 for young children. They can be used in the terminal and left at the gate before boarding.

Information Desk – Information desks have previously been available in both Arrivals and Departures areas. We were unable to confirm during this update.

Luggage

Luggage Storage & Lockers – see “Luggage Storage & Lockers” above.
Luggage Wrapping – Protective luggage wrapping services are available landside in both terminals.

Medical Services

Medical Services – First Aid Stations operate in both terminals. Hours vary.
Pharmacy – A landside pharmacy operates in Terminal 1 with extended daily hours.

Money

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available landside and airside. Fees may apply, so international travellers should check with their bank in advance.
Banking Services – Limited full-service banking is available landside in Terminal 1 on weekdays.
Currency Exchange – Currency exchange, money transfers, and VAT refund services are available at multiple locations in Terminal 1.

Post Office – Postal services, including stamps and mailing, are available landside in Terminal 1 on weekdays.

Shopping – Duty-free shops are available airside in both terminals, including Schengen and non-Schengen areas. A range of retail stores selling snacks, wine, clothing, books, and travel essentials can also be found throughout the airport. [ read more ]

SIM Cards – According to a traveller report (Nov 2023), SIM cards are sold in the Arrivals area, both before and after customs.

Smoking – Designated smoking rooms are available airside. One smoking room is located within the ANA Lounge, with additional smoking areas reported elsewhere in the terminal.

Travel Agencies – Several travel agencies and a tourist information desk operate landside, offering help with accommodations, transportation, and trip planning.

Sightseeing

Do you want to make the most of your stopover or long layover by leaving the airport to do some sightseeing? Check out our Lisbon Airport Layover Sightseeing guide.

Airlines

Lisbon Airport is served by the following airlines: Aegean Airlines • Aer Lingus • Air Algérie • Air Arabia • Air Baltic • Air Canada • Air Europa • Air France • Air Malta • Air Moldova • Air Nostrum • Air Serbia • Air Transat • American Airlines • Arkia • Azores Airlines • Azul • Beijing Capital Airlines • Binter • British Airways • Brussels Airlines • Bulgaria Air • Cabo Verde Airlines • Capital Airlines • Croatia Airlines • Delta Air Lines • EasyJet • EL Al Israel Airlines • Emirates • Euro Atlantic • Eurowings • Finnair • Flyone • Iberia • Isair • KLM • Latam • Lauda • Lufthansa • Luxair • Norwegian • Orbest • Play • Royal Air Moroc • Ryanair • STP Airways • Swiss • TAAG • TAP Portugal • Transavia • Tunisair • Turkish Airlines • United Airlines • Volotea • Vueling Airlines • Wizz Air • World Fly.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

Several public bus lines operate in and out of the airport. To travel to Lisbon city centre, you must purchase a ‘7 Colinas’ / ‘Viva Viagem’ card for 0.50€. At the time of our November 2023 update, a single ticket is 1,45€ (1,80€ on the bus), and a one-day ticket (valid for 24 hours) is 6,30€. There is a baggage size limit for these buses: 50x40x20cm.

Car Rentals

Avis/Budget, Europcar, Goldcar/InterRent, Guerin/Enterprise/Alamo/National, Hertz/Thrifty/Dollar/Firefly and Sixt rental car agencies operate reception desks at the airport.

Group Airport Shuttles

Coimbra operates a shared-ride airport shuttle service between LIS airport and Lisbon city centre. This door-to-door service is ideal for those who want a relaxing and comfortable way to travel to or from the airport. Fares start at 41€.

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Inter-Terminal Shuttle

A free airport shuttle operates between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 from 3:30 AM to 1:30 AM. The shuttle departs from the departure areas of both terminals and leaves every 12 minutes. A trip is roughly three minutes.

Metro

Lisbon Airport can be reached by underground train from the city. Passengers can reach the airport from Saldanha (Lisbon city centre district) in about 20. As of this update, a Carris/Metro single ticket is 1,45€, and a one-day ticket (valid for 24 hours) is 6,30€. The Airport Metro Station is open from 6:30 AM to 1:00 AM.

Taxis

Taxis are readily available at the airport and are an affordable way to reach the city. At the time of this update, a typical ride, including luggage, will cost 10,00 – 15,00€.

Train

Lisbon Oriente Station (Gare do Oriente) is a modern and architecturally stunning train station. Trains from this station travel to cities within Portugal and major cities in neighbouring countries. To reach Oriente Station from the airport, you can either take the metro or one of the buses.

Last updated: 2026-01-15

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.