Lisbon Airport Transfer 2026 — Prices & Options

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All options compared

Option	Price
Official taxi	Metered taxi: €10–15
Pre-booked transfer	Pre-booked: €10–20 (fixed) Book →
Train / bus	Metro Red Line: €1.65, 20 min to Alameda/Saldanha.

Transfer service comparison for this route

Service	Price	Meet & greet	Best for	Book
Welcome Pickups	€25–38	✓ Inside terminal	Families, premium	Check price →
Kiwitaxi	€18–30	✓ Arrivals hall	Vehicle variety	Check price →
GetTransfer	€15–25	Varies	Budget travelers	Check price →
intui.travel	€16–28	✓ Most drivers	Shared options	Check price →

Prices for a standard sedan (up to 3 passengers). GetTransfer prices are typical winning bids. Last updated March 2026.

Cheapest option

Metro at €1.65 — one of Europe's cheapest airport connections

Best option

Any service works — the route is short and cheap by any method

Journey time by time of day

One of Europe's closest airports to the city center. The drive is short and rarely affected by traffic. Lisbon's hills can make the last stretch interesting.

Fastest: Late night or early morning — roads are clear and the drive is at its shortest.

Slowest: Weekday rush hours (7–10am, 4–7pm) can add 30–60 minutes to the journey. If your flight arrives during these times, allow extra margin before onward connections.

Weekends: Generally smooth, similar to midday weekday times.

Step-by-step: meeting your driver

1. Clear immigration and collect your baggage. Your transfer driver is tracking your flight in real time — if it's delayed, they adjust automatically. No need to call or message.

2. Walk through Customs into the Arrivals hall. Arrivals hall near the exit — small, easy-to-navigate terminal. Drivers hold name boards near door 2.

3. Identify your driver. Look for someone holding a board with your name. Most services send the driver's name, photo, and phone number via email or app before your arrival.

4. Walk to the car. Your driver will guide you to the vehicle, usually parked in the short-stay car park (2–5 minute walk). They'll handle your luggage.

All transport alternatives compared

Option	Details
Official taxi	€15–20 (metered)
Train / Express	Metro Red Line: €1.65, 20 min to Alameda/Saldanha
Budget option	Aerobus to Cais do Sodré: €4, 30 min
Uber / ride-hail	€8–15

Luggage and special requirements

Standard sedan: Lisbon's hilly terrain and tram lines make street-level access variable. A door-to-door transfer avoids dragging luggage up cobblestone hills.

Child seats: Welcome Pickups includes free child seats on all bookings. Kiwitaxi charges a small fee. GetTransfer and intui.travel — ask during booking.

Oversized items: Ski bags, surfboards, golf clubs, or musical instruments require larger vehicles. Mention during booking to ensure the right car is sent.

Tips for this route

Lisbon airport is amazingly close to the center — only 7 km. The Metro (€1.65, direct connection) is hard to beat. Pre-booking only makes sense for groups, heavy luggage, or destinations outside central Lisbon (Sintra, Cascais). Uber at €6–10 is also excellent.

Frequently asked questions

Pre-booked transfers range from €15–25 (GetTransfer) to €25–38 (Welcome Pickups). Official taxis cost €15–20 (metered).

The distance is 7 km (4 mi) and the drive typically takes 15–30 min depending on traffic. Rush hour can add 30+ minutes.

Arrivals hall near the exit — small, easy-to-navigate terminal. Drivers hold name boards near door 2.

Taxis cost €15–20 (metered). Pre-booked transfers start from €15–25 and offer fixed prices, flight tracking, and meet-and-greet. For groups of 2+, transfers are usually better value.

All four transfer services track your flight automatically and adjust the pickup time. Welcome Pickups and Kiwitaxi offer 60 minutes free waiting. GetTransfer varies by driver.

Need a full comparison? See our detailed comparison of all 4 transfer services for Lisbon with prices, ratings, and our verdict.