Travelling by Air – Lisbon Airport

Lisbon Airport is Portugal’s busiest airport and serves as the country’s main international gateway, offering connections to Europe, the Americas, Africa, and other regions. Located just 7 km from the city centre and 4 km from Parque das Nações, it provides modern facilities, a wide range of shops and restaurants, and efficient transport connections, making it a convenient entry point for visitors to Lisbon.

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For further information on how to travel to and from the airport, please visit the airport website [here].

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Travelling by Bus

Travelling by bus from Spain to Lisbon is an economical and comfortable option. The main route departs from Madrid and takes approximately 7 to 8 hours. Fares can start from as little as €12, with services also available from cities such as Seville and Barcelona.

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Travelling by Train

At present, there are no direct high-speed rail services connecting all parts of Spain to Lisbon. Travelling by train generally requires a combination of high-speed and regional rail services or coach connections, usually involving a transfer near the border (for example, in Badajoz) or travel via Madrid.

For travellers from northern Spain, rail travel may be a more attractive option. For example, from Vigo you can take the “Celta” train, a direct service jointly operated by CP – Comboios de Portugal and Renfe, which reaches Porto in approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. From Porto-Campanhã station, passengers can connect to CP’s Alfa Pendular or Intercidades services to Lisbon, with a journey time of around 2 hours and 35 minutes.

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OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION

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1. Visa Requirements

A visa may be obtained either online or in person at a Portuguese embassy or consulate.

To consult the full list of countries whose citizens require a Schengen visa, please visit:
https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/

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2. Invitation Letters

An invitation letter is required to apply for a visa. Upon request, invitation letters will be provided to authors and presenters of accepted communications, posters, plenary sessions, tutorials, and panel sessions, as well as to participants of IBERCorr’27 who have completed the registration and payment process.

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• After completing registration and payment, participants may request an invitation letter. With this document, delegates will be able to obtain a visa for the duration of IBERCorr’27.
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3. Climate

The average maximum and minimum temperatures in Lisbon are 21°C (maximum) and 13°C (minimum). Please note that Lisbon is located next to a river, and some wind may occur in the late afternoon or at night.

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4. Local Currency

Portugal is part of the European Monetary System, and the Portuguese Escudo was replaced by the Euro (€) on 1 January 2002.

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5. Electric Current

The standard in Portugal is European two-pin sockets, with 220 volts AC at 50 Hz. Three-phase 380-volt power is usually available in meeting rooms and exhibition spaces.

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6. Local Time

Mainland Portugal is 1 hour behind Central European Time (CET -1).

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7. Language

AThe official language of Portugal is Portuguese. English, Spanish, and French are widely spoken.

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8. Smoking

Portuguese legislation, in line with most European countries and the USA, prohibits smoking on public transport and in enclosed public spaces (some restaurants, bars, and nightclubs may have designated smoking areas).

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9. Tax Free

VAT is included in the prices shown. For residents outside the European Union, Tax Free shopping schemes are available in many stores, allowing for significant savings.