{ "response": { "Key": "BOS-LIS", "orig": { "code": "BOS", "type": "airport", "city": "Boston", "fullCity": "Boston, Massachusetts", "airport": "Logan Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "LIS", "type": "airport", "city": "Lisbon", "fullCity": "Lisbon, Portugal", "airport": "Humberto Delgado Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Boston to Lisbon?", "answer": "The flight from Boston to Lisbon is about 3,180 miles, with a typical nonstop duration of 6 hours and 25 minutes. The return from Lisbon to Boston is longer at around 7 hours and 40 minutes, due to prevailing winds. Delta and TAP Air Portugal both offer daily nonstop service on this route.", "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Boston to Lisbon?", "answer": "Yes, TAP Air Portugal and Delta both fly nonstop from Boston to Lisbon daily. Together they offer up to 65 weekly flights, with TAP operating about 37 and Delta about 28; departures are spread across the afternoon and late evening, and typical flight time is around 6.5 hours eastbound.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule", "route_aircraft" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Lisbon?", "answer": "Lisbon Airport offers several ground transportation options: the Metro's Red Line connects directly from Terminal 1 to downtown in about 20 minutes, and is the most-used and most reliable option for the city center. Taxis are available 24/7 and take roughly 15 minutes to the city center, making them the fastest door-to-door choice. Public buses (Carris) serve the airport and connect to key squares like Marquês de Pombal, with night routes to Baixa and major train stations. Car rental, valet parking, and chauffeur services are also available at the airport, though driving in central Lisbon can be congested. The Aerobus shuttle was discontinued in 2023, so the Metro and taxis are now the primary ways travelers reach downtown.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon_Airport", "title": "Lisbon Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-14T10:27:02Z" }, { "url": "https://lisbon-lis.airports-guides.com", "title": "Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) Information: LIS Airport in Lisbon Area, Portugal", "favicon": "http://www.airports-guides.com/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Portugal", "title": "Transport in Portugal", "time_published": "2026-05-04T23:32:13Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon_Metro_Red_Line", "title": "Lisbon Metro Red Line", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-05-25T05:54:05Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trams_in_Lisbon", "title": "Trams in Lisbon", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-15T23:13:49Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Boston to Lisbon?", "answer": "Yes, overnight red‑eye flights are available nonstop from Boston to Lisbon. Delta and TAP Air Portugal operate daily red‑eyes, with Delta departing between roughly 8:35 PM and 11:25 PM and TAP departing between about 10:10 PM and 11:10 PM. These flights arrive in Lisbon the next morning.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Boston to Lisbon?", "answer": "TAP Air Portugal and Delta fly nonstop from Boston to Lisbon. TAP operates up to 37 weekly flights with a median fare around $909, while Delta offers up to 28 weekly flights. Both carriers run daily service, with departures spread across the evening.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Boston and Lisbon?", "answer": "Common layovers include Ponta Delgada in the Azores, Dublin, and Madrid. Ponta Delgada offers a unique mid‑Atlantic stop with visa‑free transit, while Dublin provides US pre‑clearance on the return and efficient connections. Madrid is a major hub with broad onward flights." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Lisbon?", "answer": "May to June and September to October offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists than the summer peak." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Boston to Lisbon?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least three months beyond your stay, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and any required visa or ETIAS travel authorization when implemented." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Lisbon?", "answer": "Lisbon has only one airport, Humberto Delgado Airport, located about 7 km from downtown and close to attractions like the historic centre." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Logan Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Boston, the MBTA Silver Line 1 (SL1) bus provides free direct service to all terminals from South Station, making it the most affordable and a very popular option, while the Blue Line subway connects to a free airport shuttle for a standard fare. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, taxis, and the Logan Express bus from Back Bay offer convenient alternatives, with ride-share and taxis being fastest during off-peak hours. Driving is possible with Central Parking, Economy Parking, and terminal garages, though parking costs more than transit and traffic can add time.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.massport.com/logan-airport/getting-to-logan/taxi-limos", "title": "Taxis and Limos | Massport", "favicon": "https://www.massport.com/themes/custom/massport/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.massport.com/logan-airport/getting-to-logan/public-transportation", "title": "Public Transportation to Logan Airport | Massport", "favicon": "https://www.massport.com/themes/custom/massport/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://massport.com/logan-airport/getting-to-logan", "title": "How to Get to Logan Airport | Massport", "favicon": "https://massport.com/themes/custom/massport/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.massport.com/logan-airport", "title": "Boston Logan International Airport | Massport", "favicon": "https://www.massport.com/themes/custom/massport/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-06-08T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.massport.com/logan-airport/getting-to-logan/water-transportation", "title": "Ferry & Water Taxi to Logan Airport | Massport", "favicon": "https://www.massport.com/themes/custom/massport/favicon.ico" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Lisbon airport?", "answer": "There are no hotels directly connected to the terminal at Lisbon Airport, but the Melia Lisboa Aeroporto Hotel and Star Inn Lisboa are both located next to Terminal 1 and within walking distance, with airport shuttles included. For those staying overnight inside the airport, Terminal 1 remains open 24 hours and offers benches and couches for resting.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/lisbon-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Lisbon Airport Guide (LIS) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-09-02T00:00:05Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/hotels/lisbon-airport-hotels.htm", "title": "Lisbon Airport Guide (LIS) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-04-13T18:11:40Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Humberto Delgado Airport?", "answer": "Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela) offers currency exchange offices and free Wi‑Fi in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Prayer rooms or chapels are not mentioned in the available airport information, so that amenity cannot be confirmed. The currency exchange counters are located in the main Terminal 1 landside and airside areas, while free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the terminals.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://lisbon-lis.airports-guides.com", "title": "Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) Information: LIS Airport in Lisbon Area, Portugal", "favicon": "http://www.airports-guides.com/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon_Airport", "title": "Lisbon Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-14T10:27:02Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_busiest_airports_in_Portugal", "title": "List of the busiest airports in Portugal", "time_published": "2025-05-22T19:00:42Z" } ] }, "q16": { "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Boston and Lisbon airports?", "answer": "Boston Logan offers wheelchair assistance arranged directly through your airline, a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, a sensory/calming room, and accessible restrooms and elevators throughout all terminals. Lisbon Portela Airport provides shuttle services and accessible facilities, though specific programs for travelers with disabilities and children's play areas are not detailed in the available information. To arrange mobility assistance at Boston, contact your airline in advance; for Lisbon, it’s best to reach out to the airport or your airline directly before travel.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://massport.com/logan-airport/at-the-airport/ada-compliance-and-accessibility", "title": "Accessibility at Boston Logan | Massport", "favicon": "https://massport.com/themes/custom/massport/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://massport.com/logan-airport/at-the-airport/ada-compliance-and-accessibility/getting-to-and-from-logan", "title": "Getting To and From Boston Logan | Massport", "favicon": "https://massport.com/themes/custom/massport/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.massport.com/logan-airport/at-the-airport/concierge", "title": "Meet & Greet / Concierge Services at Boston Logan | Massport", "favicon": "https://www.massport.com/themes/custom/massport/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.massport.com/logan-airport", "title": "Boston Logan International Airport | Massport", "favicon": "https://www.massport.com/themes/custom/massport/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-06-08T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Logan_International_Airport", "title": "Logan International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-11T10:05:05Z" }, { "url": "https://lisbon-lis.airports-guides.com", "title": "Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) Information: LIS Airport in Lisbon Area, Portugal", "favicon": "http://www.airports-guides.com/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon_Airport", "title": "Lisbon Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-14T10:27:02Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_of_Lisbon", "title": "Port of Lisbon", "time_published": "2026-05-17T01:54:27Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon_Luís_de_Camões_Airport", "title": "Lisbon Luís de Camões Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-07T19:34:51Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Boston to Lisbon?", "answer": "TAP Air Portugal operates the most flights on the Boston to Lisbon route, using Airbus A321neo aircraft. Delta also flies this route nonstop with Boeing 767-300 aircraft.", "methodology": "Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Boston to Lisbon?", "answer": "TAP Air Portugal (Star Alliance) and Delta Air Lines (SkyTeam) operate nonstop flights between Boston and Lisbon. No oneworld carrier flies this route nonstop, though oneworld members may offer connecting itineraries.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Boston?", "answer": "When departing from Boston, The Lounge in Terminal C and the Air France Lounge in Terminal E are available options, with The Lounge offering pre-booking and the Air France Lounge operating from 08:00 to 13:30. Delta Sky Club has multiple locations, including gates A6 and A18 in Terminal A and another in Terminal E, while the Lufthansa Lounge is also in Terminal E. Additionally, the Admirals Club in Terminal B offers complimentary food and drinks, a full-service bar, Wi-Fi, a kids room, showers, and a conference room.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/united-states-of-america/logan-international", "title": "Logan International Airport BOS Lounges - BOS Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "favicon": "https://prioritypass.com/icon.png?icon.1k7202wk2zqql.png?dpl=516920c0-0ba4-4888-ba2e-135e5e839cd3" }, { "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/boston-sky-club-airport-map", "title": "Boston Logan (BOS) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines", "favicon": "https://www.delta.com/content/dam/delta-applications/dlhome/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BOS", "title": "American Express Lounges at Logan International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://aa.com/web/i18n/travelInformation/airportAmenities/bos-club.html", "title": "Boston, MA (BOS)", "favicon": "https://aa.com/content/images/chrome/rebrand/favicon.png" }, { "url": "https://aa.com/i18n/travelInformation/airportAmenities/bos-club.jsp", "title": "매사추세츠 주, 보스턴(BOS)", "favicon": "https://aa.com/content/images/chrome/rebrand/favicon.png" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Boston to Lisbon?", "answer": "Baggage rules on Boston–Lisbon flights depend on the airline and fare class. Basic economy usually excludes a checked bag but typically permits a carry‑on and personal item. Standard international economy fares generally include one free checked bag along with a carry‑on." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Boston to Lisbon?", "answer": "On Boston to Lisbon routes, you can typically choose Economy, Premium Economy, or flat‑bed Business class, with First class being rare." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy rarely does." } } } }