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Check out a fantastic sale for flights to Lisbon! Prices vary slightly by routing.
The ITA Software Matrix Airfare Search shows fares starting at $659 for Regular Economy. When using American Airlines on select dates, prices drop to $459 (Basic Economy) and $659 (Regular Economy).
American, British Airways, Finnair, and Iberia offer a $659 Regular Economy fare which includes one checked bag and a standard carry-on.
For those considering the $459 fare, note that it’s a Basic Economy fare, which has the following limitations:
- No advance seat assignments.
- Checked bags cost extra: $75 for the first bag and $100 for the second.
- No changes allowed.
- No cancellations: If you cancel after the 24-hour risk-free period, the fare has no value for future travel.
- Many online travel agencies may not display these fares as Basic Economy accurately.
An Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) will be required for entry to the UK starting January 8, 2025, costing £16 for two years. Transiting through the UK is ETA-free if you remain airside. However, passing through border control requires one, so beware of scam sites selling them at inflated prices.
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Marquess of Pombal Square, Lisbon, Portugal – Photo: দেবর্ষি রায় via Flickr (CC BY 2.0)
Sample Travel Date:
- Note: This is one sample travel date. For more options, refer to the “Fare Availability” and “How to Search for Availability” sections below.
Fare Availability:
- Valid for travel from late November to early December or mid-January to mid-March 2026, with Sunday to Wednesday departures and Tuesday to Friday returns. A Sunday stay is required. Limited availability; tickets must be purchased at least 14 days in advance.
- Note: While valid at posting, fares may change after two days.
How to Search for Availability:
- This section is for searching availability only. For purchasing tickets, refer to the “How to Buy” section below.
- Ensure your Matrix Airfare Search setup looks like the example below:
- You cannot buy tickets directly through the Matrix Airfare Search tool. Follow the “How to Buy” section for ticket purchasing instructions.
Fare Class:
- B (Basic Economy)
- O (Regular Economy)
Routing:
- SFO – PHL (Philadelphia) – LIS (Lisbon) – PHL – SFO
Mileage:
- Miles Flown: 11,922 miles or approximately 3.9 cents per mile (Basic Economy) / 5.5 cents per mile (Regular Economy)
- Loyalty Points: 2,625 points
- Redeemable Miles: 2,625 miles
How to Buy:
- Book on American Airlines using dates found in the Matrix Airfare Search.
Accommodations:
- Use TripAdvisor to find the best hotel prices from over 200 sites.
Car Rentals:
- Explore RentalCars for options from major brands like Hertz, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise.
Activities and Tours:
- Check Viator, the largest marketplace for activities and tours.
Additional Information:
- Visa: Not required for US Citizens; check the TIMATIC Visa Database for others.
- Currency: Euro (EUR), approximately $1 USD = 0.85 EUR.
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