Here’s how to get from Lisbon airport to the hotel. We decided to give you some tips on the best ways to get around and save a lot of money.
1. From the airport to the hotel by car in Lisbon
Our first tip on how to get from Lisbon airport to the hotel, and one of the best options, is to make this journey by renting a car. This is a great way to get around the city, as it’s practical, gives you the freedom to move whenever and wherever you want (especially if you’re traveling with friends or family) and is great for getting around other cities in Portugal.
There are some car rental price comparators in Lisbon (and throughout Portugal) that are sensational and search all the main car rental companies there, finding the best prices and excellent deals. We recommend one that you can use by going to the website and entering the date of your trip. It then searches for all the best car rental companies in Lisbon.
If you want to do the search, click here on Car Rental Comparator. In just a few seconds, you’ll have all the options for renting a car in Lisbon from the best companies on your screen, and you can choose the cheapest one. You really will save a lot.
2. From the airport to the hotel by transfer in Lisbon
Now, if you don’t want to hire a car to get from the airport to your hotel, our tip is to opt for a transfer service. After all, when we arrive home from a trip, we’re usually full of luggage and often don’t know the place. And this can become a major headache.
That’s why a transfer is the best solution. As well as being quick, it’s cheaper than a cab and safer. And we say that because, unfortunately, in every tourist city there are people who get scammed by taxi drivers, who charge a lot more or make much longer journeys.
We always recommend this website so that you can get the cheapest transfer service in Lisbon. You can also buy tickets and tours of the city at the lowest price on the same site.
3. From the airport to your hotel by metro in Lisbon
The red metro line runs to São Sebastião Station and passes through Parque das Nações. If you’re traveling light and your hotel is somewhere in between, this is a good choice. Access to the metro in Lisbon is in the departure area of the airport and a ticket costs around €1.50 (plus €0.50 to buy the physical card, which you will need).
4. From the airport to the hotel by bus in Lisbon
The special airport bus is called the Aerobus and connects the airport to Cais do Sodré, making eleven stops along the way. A ticket to take the Aerobus costs €6. You can also board normal buses, but only if you have very little luggage. Bus lines 744 and 783 stop right in the center, at Marquês de Pombal, and the ticket costs €2.
5. From the airport to your hotel by cab in Lisbon
Another option for getting from the airport to your hotel is to take a cab. On the one hand, cabs are comfortable. But on the other hand, they are the most expensive option. This is because you’ll spend around €22 in them if you’re staying in the center, for example.
Even so, always keep an eye out and make sure the meter is on or try to negotiate a fair price before the trip. In our opinion, it’s more advantageous to rent a car, because as well as being cheap, it gives you more freedom to enjoy your days in Lisbon.
Extra tip for finding the fastest and cheapest route
After years of traveling the world and always researching transport options from one city to another, our extra recommendation for finding the fastest and cheapest route is to use this route finder.
This site is sensational, as it shows not only all the transportation options between one city and another, but also the plane, train and bus options. Not only is it safe, but the prices are cheaper than anywhere else, making it the leading site for this service in Europe.
Save money on your trip to Lisbon:
Saving money: do you want to plan your trip while making the most of your budget? Be sure to read our article on how to travel to Lisbon cheap, with all the tips to save the most, while still enjoying it!
Tickets: find out where to buy your Lisbon tickets in the cheapest and safest way – for parks, museums and ticket combos. You can save up to 40%!
Mobile chip: we always use this chip. It’s electronic (eSIM), you install it instantly and you can use your cell phone’s Internet anywhere in the world.
Hotels: our article on where to stay in Lisbon. You will find out the best area, the hotels that we have stayed there and how to save a lot on the hotel.
Travel insurance: medical care in another country is very expensive and it is extremely important to take out travel insurance for any trip abroad. This is the website we always take out our insurance on. Reliable and at a good price.
Transfer: do you need one from the airport to the hotel? Find out here how to book and for the lowest price!
