How to Get from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Praça do Comércio

Praça do Comércio lies about 8 km south-west of Lisbon Airport on the Tagus riverfront in Baixa. Depending on traffic and mode, the trip takes roughly 15 minutes by road or about 30 minutes by Metro.

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Private Airport Transfer

Best Door-to-Door

15 mins •On Request (24/7)

€25 - €35 (Per Vehicle)

Luggage: 2 Pieces Free

How to take it step-by-step:

Pre-book your ride and provide your flight number; the driver monitors arrivals.
Meet the driver in the Terminal 1 Arrivals hall, where they hold a sign with your name.
Follow the driver to the vehicle; child seats or larger vehicles can usually be requested when booking.
Drive about 8 km via central Lisbon; the drop-off is at the authorized access point beside Praça do Comércio.

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Official Airport Taxi

Fixed Fare Zone 2

15 mins •Available 24/7 at the Rank

€19 - €23 (Per Taxi, Up to 4)

Luggage: 2 Pieces Free

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit Terminal 1 Arrivals and use the official taxi rank outside, queuing behind the barrier.
Look for an accredited fixed-fare taxi with the distinctive sign, or ask the driver 'fixed fare?' before departing.
Confirm the Zone 2 fare: €19 weekdays 07:00-22:00, €23 at night, weekends and holidays.
Pay the driver or use a voucher from the Ask Me Lisboa desk in Arrivals; card and MB Way accepted in accredited taxis.
Ride about 8 km to Praça do Comércio; the fixed fare includes luggage and traffic delays.

Metro Red + Blue Line

Cheapest

30 mins •Every Few Minutes (06:30 - 01:00)

€1.90 (plus €0.50 card)

Luggage: 1 Carry-On Friendly

How to take it step-by-step:

Follow the 'Metro' signs to Aeroporto station, directly at Terminal 1 Arrivals.
Buy a navegante ocasional card (€0.50) and load a single ticket (€1.90) or use a contactless bank card at the gates.
Take the Red line to the terminus São Sebastião.
Transfer to the Blue line towards Santa Apolónia and get off at Terreiro do Paço.
Exit the station; Praça do Comércio opens directly in front of you. Check metrolisboa.pt for any works.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

Only use the official taxi rank outside Terminal 1 Arrivals; ignore touts offering rides inside the terminal.
The fixed airport fare (€19 day / €23 night to Praça do Comércio) applies only to accredited taxis from the airport and only if the taxi displays the fixed-fare sign. Ask 'fixed fare?' before departing; otherwise the meter may run.
City buses are not suitable for large suitcases: Carris permits only bags up to about 50x40x20 cm.
Each traveller needs their own navegante ocasional card (€0.50). Do not buy a single ticket for a group or throw the card away if you need transfers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from Lisbon Airport to Praça do Comércio?

Take the Metro: Red line from Aeroporto to São Sebastião, then Blue line to Terreiro do Paço. A single ticket costs €1.90, plus a €0.50 reusable navegante ocasional card.

How long does a taxi take from LIS to Praça do Comércio?

By road the trip is about 8 km and normally takes 15-25 minutes, depending on traffic. The fixed Zone 2 fare is €19 weekdays 07:00-22:00 and €23 at night, weekends and holidays.

Is there a direct bus or train from Lisbon Airport to Praça do Comércio?

No direct bus or train serves Praça do Comércio from the airport. The Metro reaches the square with one change at São Sebastião, and Carris buses 744/783 only run to central areas with onward connections.

Can I pay by card on the Metro and in taxis?

Yes, the Metro accepts contactless bank cards at the gates, and you can also use the navegante card. Accredited fixed-fare taxis must accept card or MB Way with no surcharge.

Is a private transfer worth it for a family?

Usually yes: it is door-to-door, avoids moving luggage through the Metro, and the price is fixed. Larger vehicles can be requested when booking.

Does the Metro run at night from Lisbon Airport?

No, the Metro closes around 01:00 and reopens around 06:30, with no regular night service. For late arrivals use a fixed-fare taxi or pre-booked private transfer.

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