Weekend in Lisbon from Eindhoven
A city break Eindhoven Lisbon from Eindhoven Airport: fly out Friday evening from Eindhoven, back home Sunday night: Lisbon is one of the most beautiful weekend cities in Europe. Direct flights with Ryanair and Transavia in approximately 3 hours, an enchanting historic centre spread across seven hills and the best pasteis de nata in the world. Here is your complete weekend plan.
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Compare hotels in LisbonPackage holiday to LisbonCar hire in LisbonA weekend in Lisbon from Eindhoven is surprisingly simple: Ryanair and Transavia fly several times a week direct from Eindhoven Airport to Lisbon in approximately 3 hours. Return tickets can regularly be found for under €100. Check our complete Lisbon travel guide for more on neighbourhoods, sights and costs.
Your weekend plan, day by day
- Friday: arrival and first evening Fly Friday evening from Eindhoven Airport (Ryanair or Transavia, approximately 3 hours). On arrival take the metro (Red Line, around €2.40 including Viva Viagem card, 20-30 minutes) to the centre. First stop: Miradouro da Graca for a panorama over seven hills at dusk. Evening meal in a tasca in Bairro Alto (main course with wine, around €15-20 per person). Bar-hop through the narrow streets.
- Saturday: highlights and atmosphere Head early to Castelo de Sao Jorge (€17, before the crowds) for the best panorama over the city. Walk down through Alfama along narrow alleys and azulejo-tiled facades, stopping at Miradouro das Portas do Sol. Lunch at a tasca (prato do dia, around €8-12 for three courses including a drink). Bus or tram to Belem: the Jeronimos Monastery (€10-18, includes the tomb of Vasco da Gama) and a fresh pastel de nata at the historic bakery Pasteis de Belem (€1.50 each). Sunset on the Tagus waterfront.
- Sunday: morning and departure Morning in Chiado for coffee and city views. On Sunday the LX Factory market (free entry) is ideal: design, street art, vintage and Portuguese specialities in an old industrial complex. Visit the Torre de Belem (€8, open from 10am, on the banks of the Tagus, 5 minutes from the Jeronimos Monastery). Metro back to the airport (allow at least 90 minutes before departure). Home by Sunday afternoon or evening.
What does a weekend in Lisbon cost?
A weekend in Lisbon from Eindhoven is very manageable on a reasonable budget. Direct return flights with Ryanair or Transavia regularly cost €80 to €130. A hostel dorm bed costs €25-35 per night, a 3-star hotel €60-100. Food is cheaper than most Western European capitals: a prato do dia (3 courses) costs €8-12 in a local tasca. Book 6 weeks ahead for the best combination of flight and hotel. October and November are the cheapest months to fly.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Eindhoven to Lisbon?
Yes, Ryanair and Transavia fly direct from Eindhoven Airport to Lisbon (LIS) in approximately 3 hours. Flights run several times a week, perfect for a long weekend.
How much does a weekend in Lisbon from Eindhoven cost?
From €280 per person for flights and two nights: return flights from €80, hostels from €25-35 per night. Book 6 weeks ahead for the best price.
Which neighbourhood is best for a weekend in Lisbon?
Chiado or Bairro Alto put everything within walking distance, while Mouraria offers authentic atmosphere close to Alfama with the best value.
When is the best time for a weekend in Lisbon?
October and November are ideal: pleasant 18-22 degrees, less crowded and lower flight prices. Avoid July and August when the city is busy and expensive.