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Flights from São Tomé to Lisbon

Nonstop flights from São Tomé (TMS) to Lisbon (LIS) take about 6h 12m (4,566 km). TAP Air Portugal and STP Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $341 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Lisbon

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Aerial view of Lisbon's charming historic architecture under a bright sky. — arriving in Lisbon

Airport transfer

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Trains, buses and taxi faresLIS to Lisbon: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Lisbon →91 drop-off points, from €1.60

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Airlines flying São Tomé to Lisbon

Carriers on TMS–LIS according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ TAP Air Portugalnonstop fare seen✈ STP Airwaysnonstop fare seen

São Tomé to Lisbon fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: May 2027, from $393 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $336. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$51925 Oct 2026 · TAP Air Portugal—
Dec 2026$4352 Dec 2026 · TAP Air Portugal$336 · 1 stop2 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$51220 Jan 2027 · TAP Air Portugal—
Feb 2027$45317 Feb 2027 · TAP Air Portugal$345 · 1 stop17 Feb 2027
May 2027$39329 May 2027 · TAP Air Portugal$346 · 1 stop24 May 2027
Jun 2027—$1333 · 3 stops10 Jun 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $336 for December 2026, $345 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (São Tomé to Lisbon, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — São Tomé to Lisbon flights

How long is the flight from São Tomé to Lisbon?
A nonstop flight from São Tomé (TMS) to Lisbon (LIS) takes about 6h 12m, covering 4,566 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is São Tomé from Lisbon by air?
The great-circle distance between São Tomé International Airport and Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport is 4,566 km (2,837 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from São Tomé to Lisbon?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the TMS–LIS route include TAP Air Portugal and STP Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from São Tomé to Lisbon cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on TMS–LIS was $341 USD with TAP Air Portugal (nonstop), departing 23 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from São Tomé to Lisbon?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $336 one-way, against $1333 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from São Tomé to Lisbon?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $330 with one stop against $341 nonstop, a saving of $11. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from São Tomé to Lisbon?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Lisbon visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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