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LIS Lisbon Portela Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport (IATA: LIS, ICAO:LPPT) is located in the the city of Lisboa, Portugal. It is the primary international airport serving Lisboa and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+351218413500

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IATA Code

LIS

ICAO Code

LPPT

Name

Lisbon Portela Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Portugal (PT)

City

Lisboa

Latitude

38.7812996

Longitude

-9.1359196

Time Zone

UTC±00:00

Phone Number

+351218413500

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Airport Overview

Lisbon Portela Airport（LIS, LPPT） is Portugal’s principal international gateway, located in Lisbon approximately 7 km northeast of the city centre. As an international passenger hub with two passenger terminal buildings and two main runways, it supports scheduled belly-hold cargo, express movements and airport-to-airport freight connections. For freight forwarders, its value lies in access to the Lisbon metropolitan market, Portugal’s national road network and onward European distribution lanes. Our service team treats Lisbon Portela Airport as a mixed passenger-and-cargo gateway: available uplift, handling windows, terminal assignment and acceptance conditions must be reconfirmed against the selected carrier and handling agent before cargo is delivered.

Airport name	Lisbon Portela Airport
Location	Lisboa, Portugal
Codes	IATA: LIS \| ICAO: LPPT
Coordinates	38.7812996, -9.1359196
Time zone	UTC±00:00

Key Highlights

National gatewaySuitable for international import and export cargo serving Portugal and Lisbon’s commercial hinterland.

Mixed passenger-cargo profileFreight capacity may depend on belly-hold availability, aircraft type and seasonal passenger schedules.

European connectivityUseful for European distribution and intercontinental routings through confirmed carrier or hub connections.

Urban airport accessShort metropolitan access can support local delivery, while traffic and terminal appointment constraints require planning.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Air cargo acceptance and transfer: Cargo is processed through appointed ground-handling channels. The responsible handler, acceptance location and cargo cut-off are determined by the operating carrier and booking.
Import and export handling: Standard freight, express consignments and transfer cargo may follow different acceptance, build-up and release procedures. Our team confirms the applicable process before truck dispatch.
Temperature-sensitive shipments: Pharmaceutical, food and other controlled-temperature cargo should be pre-alerted with the required temperature range, packaging specification and handling instruction. Dedicated availability must be confirmed in writing.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance depends on the airline, commodity classification, packing instruction, labels, documentation and aircraft limitations. Advance approval is essential; warehouse availability must not be assumed.
Customs-controlled cargo: Import, export and transit movements require the correct customs procedure and supporting documents. Release timing depends on declaration quality, risk assessment and any inspection by the competent authorities.

Facility capabilities, storage conditions, screening arrangements and operating hours can change by handler and shipment type. Our service team obtains shipment-specific confirmation rather than relying on generic airport assumptions.

Routes & Transit Times

European lanes: Short-haul and regional cargo may move on direct passenger or freighter capacity when available, or through a European hub selected by the airline.
Intercontinental movements: Shipments to and from the Americas, Africa and other long-haul markets may use direct capacity or hub connections. The routing should be evaluated together with transfer risk and customs status.
Carrier selection: Available airlines, aircraft type, allotment and flight frequency vary by season and booking date. Our team checks the actual schedule and confirms the route before accepting the shipment.
Transit planning: Published transit estimates do not include possible warehouse queues, customs inspection, missed connections, weather disruption or truck waiting time. The operational cut-off and connection buffer should be confirmed for each booking.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Lisbon and the surrounding metropolitan area are the immediate collection and delivery base, with onward trucking potential to other Portuguese regions subject to route planning.
Export profile: Typical air-freight demand may include time-sensitive industrial components, fashion and footwear-related goods, electronics, high-value commercial samples and urgent spare parts.
Import profile: Common requirements include replenishment cargo, e-commerce and express consignments, medical or pharmaceutical products, production inputs and high-value goods.
Perishables: Seafood, food products and other perishables require validated packaging, temperature instructions, rapid handover and confirmation of the carrier’s acceptance conditions.
Domestic distribution: Airport delivery should be planned with the consignee’s customs status, final-mile restrictions, truck access and delivery appointment in mind.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: The applicable cargo cut-off is set by the airline and handler, not by the airport code alone. Our team obtains the latest acceptance deadline and builds in time for screening, documentation review and truck queues.
Documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill data, export declaration and any licence or origin document must be consistent. Commodity descriptions should be specific enough for customs classification and security screening.
Special cargo: Dangerous goods, lithium batteries, live animals, perishables, pharmaceuticals, valuables and oversized cargo require pre-approval and shipment-specific instructions. Do not deliver until acceptance is confirmed.
Customs and release: Incorrect consignee details, HS classification, valuation or transit information can trigger holds or inspection. Import collection should be arranged only after customs release and handler release requirements are verified.

Shipping Tips

Send the commercial invoice, packing list, dimensions, gross weight, commodity description and required delivery date before requesting a firm booking.
For temperature-controlled or regulated cargo, provide packaging details, handling labels, temperature range and emergency contact information at quotation stage.
Use airline-approved packaging and ensure every package is accessible for screening. Reconfirm volumetric weight, stackability and aircraft restrictions before final tender.
Where direct capacity is limited, our service team compares hub routings and alternative European gateways, considering customs complexity, trucking distance, connection reliability and total landed cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Lisbon Portela Airport handle international export cargo?

Yes, international export cargo can generally be arranged through the relevant airline and appointed handler. Acceptance, security screening, customs procedure and cut-off time must be confirmed for the specific booking.

Can our shipment be delivered directly to the airport cargo facility?

Only after the booking provides the correct delivery location, reference and acceptance instructions. Passenger terminal delivery should not be assumed for cargo. Our team coordinates the handler’s delivery requirements before dispatch.

How should pharmaceutical or chilled cargo be booked?

Provide the required temperature range, packaging method, total package data, route preference and delivery urgency in advance. Special handling and storage must be confirmed by the operating carrier and handler; no temperature capability should be presumed.

What commonly causes cargo delays at Lisbon Portela Airport?

Typical causes include late tender against the airline cut-off, inconsistent documents, incomplete dangerous-goods information, customs queries, screening issues, capacity changes and missed connections. Early pre-alert and document validation reduce these risks.

Can our service team arrange an alternative gateway?

Yes. When capacity, cargo restrictions or delivery requirements make Lisbon Portela Airport unsuitable, we can compare another Portuguese or European gateway with onward trucking, while checking customs and security implications before proposing the option.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport codes, name, location, coordinates, time zone, terminal description and basic airport profile above are based on the supplied airport record for Lisbon Portela Airport（LIS/LPPT）. Operational statements are presented as planning guidance and must be reconfirmed against the selected airline, ground handler and shipment-specific acceptance requirements.

Airport operator and airport operational information: ana.pt
Portuguese customs and tax administration information: portaldasfinancas.gov.pt
International air transport standards and cargo guidance: iata.org
European statistical and transport context: ec.europa.eu/eurostat

Sources are listed by authoritative domain only. Current schedules, cargo cut-offs, handling capacity, customs status, special-cargo acceptance and transit times require live confirmation at the time of booking.