How to get from Humberto Delgado Airport to Lisbon city centre
Take the red metro line from inside the terminal — €1.80 to Baixa. It's quicker than a taxi in rush hour.
Best options
Compare your options — LIS → Lisbon city centre
Distance ~7 km, typical journey 20–35 min.
| Option | Typical fare | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Public transport | Metro red line direct from the terminal. Aerobus runs to major hotels. | Cheapest safe option |
| Official taxi | €10–€18 metered, plus €1.80 airport surcharge + €1.60 luggage. | Late arrivals, heavy luggage |
| Ride-hailing | Bolt, Uber and Free Now all work. Pickup is the dedicated TVDE lane outside arrivals. | available |
After landing — step by step
- 1Follow the 'Metro' signs from arrivals down one level
- 2Buy a reusable Navegante card (€0.50) + €1.80 single
- 3Red line to Alameda, transfer to green for Baixa or Cais do Sodré
- 4For Bolt/Uber: cross to the TVDE lane outside arrivals
Scam warnings
Avoid this
- • Drivers claiming the meter is broken
- • Anyone quoting €30+ for central Lisbon
Frequently asked
Q.How much is a taxi from Humberto Delgado Airport to Lisbon city centre?
€10–€18 metered, plus €1.80 airport surcharge + €1.60 luggage.. Always confirm the fare or that the meter is on before pulling away. Watch for: Drivers refusing card despite the legal requirement.
Q.What is the cheapest safe way from LIS to Lisbon city centre?
Metro — €1.80 single, runs 06:30–01:00.
Q.Does Uber or ride-hailing work at Humberto Delgado Airport?
Bolt, Uber and Free Now all work. Pickup is the dedicated TVDE lane outside arrivals.
Q.What's the best way from LIS to Lisbon city centre at night?
Bolt or Uber — both well-priced (~€10–€15 to central Lisbon).
Q.What scams should I watch for going from LIS to Lisbon city centre?
Top reported: Drivers refusing card despite the legal requirement; Padded luggage surcharges (€1.60 is the cap regardless of how many bags); Long-way-around routes via the bridge. Use the official taxi rank, never accept a fare from someone approaching you in arrivals.