SFO - LIS

₹ 45,097 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Lisbon – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 23% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
₹ 66,034
Typical prices: ₹ 64,459-₹ 109,794
Delta
Fri 5/10Sat 20/10
SFO - LIS • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 88,677
Typical prices: ₹ 67,214-₹ 113,902
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 11/1Sat 20/1
SFO - LIS • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Average duration is 11h 11m
Direct flights
+1
Direct flights
+1
Avoid delays
Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
Insights
Insights
When to travel
Cheapest • 31% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 65,185 (return)
Shortest trip • 14h 54m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches hundreds of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you enjoy your trip to Lisbon!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Lisbon (SFO-LIS)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Lisbon

Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Delta Logo
11:58 - 17:50SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
21h 52m2 stops Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle
Delta Logo
09:50 - 23:56LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
22h 06m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Seattle/Tacoma Intl
₹ 66,034Delta
Wed, 30 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct
Delta Logo
13:20 - 18:45SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
21h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
05:35 - 12:50LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
15h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
₹ 66,224Delta
Fri, 1 Jan - Thu, 7 Jan
British Airways Logo
20:35 - 22:30SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
17h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
10:40 - 14:55LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
36h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
₹ 66,319British Airways
Fri, 1 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
Delta Logo
06:00 - 08:00SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
18h 00m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta Logo
10:00 - 23:41LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
21h 41m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
₹ 66,413Delta
Sun, 13 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
Delta Logo
07:00 - 08:55SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
17h 55m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
Delta Logo
11:15 - 20:44LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
17h 29m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
₹ 66,508Delta
Sun, 27 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan
British Airways Logo
20:35 - 21:45SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
17h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
15:50 - 14:55LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
31h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
₹ 66,792British Airways
Wed, 30 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan
Delta Logo
07:20 - 08:40SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
17h 20m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
Delta Logo
10:00 - 22:57LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
20h 57m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City
₹ 66,887Delta
Wed, 30 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct
Delta Logo
13:20 - 18:45SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
21h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
05:35 - 20:06LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
22h 31m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 67,171Delta
Sun, 3 Jan - Sat, 9 Jan
British Airways Logo
17:25 - 17:45SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
16h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
15:50 - 14:55LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
31h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
₹ 67,266British Airways
Sat, 17 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Delta Logo
14:40 - 17:50SFO  San Francisco-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
19h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle
Delta Logo
10:55 - 21:23LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SFO San Francisco
17h 28m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
₹ 67,361Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for San Francisco to Lisbon flights

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

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

Return flights from San Francisco to Lisbon start at ₹ 66,034. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 64,459 to ₹ 109,794. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 66,034 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Lisbon?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Lisbon and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Lisbon at ₹ 57,413 return.
  • June (₹ 116,436) and July (₹ 101,278) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 102% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Francisco to Lisbon the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Lisbon are cheapest in the 2 weeks before departure, based on KAYAK prices tracked over the past 12 months. During this period, fares are 3% below average.

Key details for San Francisco to Lisbon flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

₹ 45,097
Best time to beat the crowds (31% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flights 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 return price

Your San Francisco to Lisbon flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Francisco to Lisbon flights?

    Among airlines operating San Francisco to Lisbon flights:

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

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

  • Which airlines are available on the route from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    Only TAP AIR PORTUGAL operates flights between San Francisco and Lisbon.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    Flights from San Francisco to Lisbon usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Francisco to Lisbon flights?

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

    • TAP AIR PORTUGAL: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from San Francisco to Lisbon.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 65,185 return via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC), compared with ₹ 88,878 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 5,399–₹ 9,473 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 San Francisco to Lisbon?

    The Airbus A330-900neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Lisbon pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Lisbon most commonly connect through:

    • Philadelphia (PHL) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 8% of one-stop connections

    Philadelphia (PHL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    On the San Francisco to Lisbon route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 21%. Sunday is the cheapest day at ₹ 75,224 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ₹ 94,267 – a ₹ 19,043 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    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 San Francisco to Lisbon route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 21 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in Lisbon?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lisbon are Chiado, Centro de Congressos de Lisboa, and Lisbon Oriente Station. These are among the most viewed places in Lisbon on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Lisbon:

    • Earliest: departs at 16:20 and lands at 03:31
    • Latest: departs at 20:15 and lands at 07:26.

    The flight takes about 11h 11m.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Lisbon flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 3% below the route average of ₹ 83,425. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    A direct flight from San Francisco to Lisbon takes 11h 11m, covering 14,669 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    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 are flight prices from San Francisco to Lisbon looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Lisbon are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 47,200, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does TAP AIR PORTUGAL's on-time performance compare to other airlines on San Francisco to Lisbon flights?

    TAP AIR PORTUGAL is the only airline operating San Francisco to Lisbon flights. 87% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from San Francisco to Lisbon?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 54m, compared to 15h 11m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 15h 20m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Lisbon?

    Lisbon is 8 hours ahead of San Francisco (Western European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)?

    Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 147 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Klass Wagen
    · Goldcar Rental SP
    · Drive on Holiday
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Guerin

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Lisbon flight?

    Return flights from San Francisco to Lisbon range from ₹ 64,459 to ₹ 109,794, with an average of ₹ 83,425 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 64,459 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Francisco to Lisbon flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the San Francisco to Lisbon route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Lisbon 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 Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average ₹ 75,224 – about ₹ 19,043 less than Friday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, booking last minute (within 2 weeks of departure) tends to be around 3% cheaper than the typical fare over the last 12 months, based on KAYAK data.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Lisbon trip for February. Fares historically average ₹ 57,413 return in that month – typically ₹ 59,024 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 65,185 return on this route – about ₹ 23,693 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 Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport.
    - Star inn Lisboa
    - Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto
    - Alvalade II Guest House
  • 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 Humberto Delgado?

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

Direct departures

San Francisco to Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Monday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Tuesday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Wednesday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Thursday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Friday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Saturday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

See more direct flights

Direct returns

Lisbon Humberto Delgado to San Francisco

Monday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Tuesday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Wednesday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Thursday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Friday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Saturday

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

See more direct flights

More options for your flight from San Francisco to Lisbon

Complete your trip to Lisbon with a hotel stay or car hire