Flying from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Split Airport (SPU): what you need to know
Split is one hour ahead of Lisbon and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LIS to SPU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Airport to Split Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LIS and SPU:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
56% of flights departing from Lisbon Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to LIS? If you're catching an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Split Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Split Airport (SPU)
If you're coming in on a late Lisbon Airport to Split Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SPU:
Travel at your own pace with a Split Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AVIA Rent, Carwiz or united rent a car and discover more of Split and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Split Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Split Airport (SPU)
Visit Split during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but keep in mind prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lisbon Airport to Split Airport during low season to find better deals and fewer tourists.
Book your flight from Lisbon Airport to Split Airport for August if you want to explore Split during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIS to SPU in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Croatia
You've visited Split, now it's time to explore other parts of Croatia. Journey about 257 kilometres north to Zagreb to tick off its must-visit sights. From Park Maksimir to Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral, your itinerary will be busy.
Rijeka is another must-experience destination in Croatia and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Split. No trip is complete without seeing Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas.