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Find cheap flights from San Francisco to Lisbon from C$ 787

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Lisbon departing on 16/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Lisbon, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Lisbon, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Lisbon (SFO-LIS)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lisbon that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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3:50 p.m. - 10:55 a.m.SFO-LIS
11h 05mdirect
9:55 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.LIS-SFO
12h 40mdirect
C$ 883TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Tue, 8 Oct - Thu, 10 Oct
4:20 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.SFO-LIS
11h 05mdirect
9:55 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.LIS-SFO
12h 40mdirect
C$ 917TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Sun, 6 Oct - Thu, 24 Oct
7:20 p.m. - 11:15 p.m.SFO-LIS
19h 55m1 stop
8:45 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.LIS-SFO
23h 14m1 stop
C$ 973British Airways
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Sat, 12 Oct - Thu, 7 Nov
11:00 p.m. - 9:20 a.m.SFO-LIS
26h 20m1 stop
12:20 p.m. - 1:04 a.m.LIS-SFO
19h 44m1 stop
C$ 976United Airlines
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Sat, 19 Oct - Fri, 1 Nov
11:00 p.m. - 9:20 a.m.SFO-LIS
26h 20m1 stop
12:20 p.m. - 12:11 a.m.LIS-SFO
18h 51m2 stops
C$ 983United Airlines
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Sat, 19 Oct - Fri, 1 Nov
7:40 p.m. - 11:10 p.m.SFO-LIS
19h 30m1 stop
3:25 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.LIS-SFO
32h 50m1 stop
C$ 988SWISS
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Wed, 21 Aug - Mon, 16 Dec
11:40 p.m. - 8:20 a.m.SFO-LIS
24h 40m1 stop
11:25 a.m. - 11:16 a.m.LIS-SFO
31h 51m1 stop
C$ 996
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Wed, 16 Oct - Wed, 23 Oct
11:00 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.SFO-LIS
25h 10m1 stop
11:25 a.m. - 11:12 a.m.LIS-SFO
31h 47m1 stop
C$ 1,000
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Thu, 15 Aug - Thu, 22 Aug
3:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.SFO-LIS
23h 30m1 stop
6:45 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.LIS-SFO
26h 30m1 stop
C$ 1,022British Airways
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Tue, 17 Sep - Sun, 13 Oct
7:40 p.m. - 11:10 p.m.SFO-LIS
19h 30m1 stop
5:55 a.m. - 4:05 p.m.LIS-SFO
18h 10m1 stop
C$ 1,026SWISS
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Thu, 19 Sep - Thu, 3 Oct

Flights from San Francisco to Lisbon - Travel Insights & Trends

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.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Lisbon, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Lisbon is February, where tickets cost C$ 879 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 1,762 and C$ 1,651 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Lisbon, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Lisbon, you should book around 2 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lisbon?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting San Francisco to Lisbon were found on TAP AIR PORTUGAL (C$ 883) and British Airways (C$ 973). Air Transat proposed the cheapest one-way flight at C$ 787.

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

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from San Francisco and lands in Lisbon, with an average flight time of 11h 08m. The most common departure time is 4:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 4 flights.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Lisbon?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Lisbon take?

The average direct flight takes 11h 05m, covering a distance of 14,669 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Lisbon?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 4:20 pm and will be landing in Lisbon at 11:25 am.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Lisbon?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Lisbon jets off at 5:10 pm and lands at 12:15 pm.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

June

Cheapest flight

C$ 787
Best time to beat the crowds (28% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (34% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Lisbon

When to book flights from San Francisco to Lisbon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Lisbon based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

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.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Lisbon was C$ 576 for a one-way ticket and C$ 646 for a round-trip.

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

    On your way to Lisbon, you’ll fly out from San Francisco. You’ll be landing 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, SWISS, Lufthansa, United Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, Vueling, and Air France.

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

    The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Lisbon flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and Lisbon.

  • 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 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • 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 round-trip 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.

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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.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from San Francisco to Lisbon?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to Humberto Delgado, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

San Francisco to Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Monday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Tuesday

Etihad Airways,JetBlue,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Etihad Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Wednesday

JetBlue,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

JetBlue,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Friday

Etihad Airways,JetBlue,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Etihad Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Saturday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Sunday

Etihad Airways,JetBlue,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Etihad Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

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Nonstop returns

Lisbon Humberto Delgado to San Francisco

Monday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Tuesday

Etihad Airways,JetBlue,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Etihad Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Wednesday

Etihad Airways,JetBlue,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Etihad Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Friday

JetBlue,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

JetBlue,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Saturday

Etihad Airways,JetBlue,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Etihad Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Sunday

Etihad Airways,JetBlue,TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Etihad Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Lisbon found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
16/10Wed
1 stopAir Transat
16h 15mSFO-LIS
C$ 787
14/8Wed
1 stopAir Transat
16h 15mSFO-LIS
C$ 817
31/7Wed
1 stopKLM
17h 05mSFO-LIS
C$ 847
31/7Wed
2 stopsUnited Airlines
17h 50mSFO-LIS
C$ 852
14/7Sun
2 stopsDelta
21h 30mSFO-LIS
C$ 857
2/8Fri
2 stopsUnited Airlines
24h 08mSFO-LIS
C$ 865
11/8Sun
2 stopsSWISS
34h 55mSFO-LIS
C$ 875
17/7Wed
2 stopsDelta
20h 00mSFO-LIS
C$ 880
29/5Wed
1 stopKLM
14h 30mSFO-LIS
C$ 1,021
19/6Wed
1 stopSWISS
19h 30mSFO-LIS
C$ 1,253

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to Lisbon

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Lisbon that are departing in the next 10 days.
3/5Fri
multi-stopBritish Airways
18h 35mSFO-LIS
13/5Mon
multi-stopBritish Airways
18h 35mLIS-SFO
C$ 1,756
1/5Wed
multi-stopBrussels Airlines
15h 50mSFO-LIS
5/6Wed
multi-stopBrussels Airlines
33h 20mLIS-SFO
C$ 1,759
3/5Fri
directTAP AIR PORTUGAL
11h 05mSFO-LIS
7/5Tue
directTAP AIR PORTUGAL
12h 40mLIS-SFO
C$ 1,916
1/5Wed
multi-stopDelta
21h 05mSFO-LIS
5/6Wed
multi-stopDelta
20h 45mLIS-SFO
C$ 2,031
3/5Fri
directTAP AIR PORTUGAL
11h 05mSFO-LIS
11/5Sat
directTAP AIR PORTUGAL
12h 40mLIS-SFO
C$ 2,071
3/5Fri
directTAP AIR PORTUGAL
11h 05mSFO-LIS
10/5Fri
directTAP AIR PORTUGAL
12h 40mLIS-SFO
C$ 2,101
3/5Fri
multi-stop
19h 55mSFO-LIS
10/5Fri
multi-stop
22h 47mLIS-SFO
C$ 2,170
3/5Fri
multi-stopFinnair
19h 55mSFO-LIS
8/5Wed
multi-stopFinnair
22h 02mLIS-SFO
C$ 2,211
3/5Fri
multi-stopBritish Airways
18h 32mSFO-LIS
7/5Tue
multi-stopBritish Airways
16h 04mLIS-SFO
C$ 2,343
2/5Thu
multi-stop
47h 25mSFO-LIS
8/5Wed
multi-stop
42h 55mLIS-SFO
C$ 15,933

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San Francisco - Lisbon Flights

Departure:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Destination:

Lisbon (LIS)Portugal

Cabin classes:

C$ 750

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