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Museu Calouste Gulbenkian
A major fine arts museum with an exceptional collection spanning antiquity to European masters, set in a calm modernist complex and gardens.
Flights from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon depart on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $94 (€77) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 22:10. The fastest flight covers the 489 miles (788 km) distance in 3h 25m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 489 miles (788 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€77) |
Flights per day 9 |
Fastest flight 3h 25m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
Cheapest price
$258
Average price
$392
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Flights per day
9
Distance
788 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon will cost around $392 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $258.
It's difficult to get from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon without transferring at least once.
VY2485 · VY8462
VY2485 · VY8468
VY2485 · VY8466
18012+
IB539
IB444 · IB531
IB446 · IB1143
IB444 · IB531
VY2485 · VY8466
IB5428 · IB5634
IB444 · IB1143Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $94.
Distance: 489 miles (788 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$470 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $154 Average price | $217 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 15m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 38m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon:
A bus is $101 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon costing on average $154 (€125).
A bus is $417 (€340) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon costing on average $470 (€383).
Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 45m.
Train takes on average 13h 8m.
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon flights for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VY2485 · VY8468 | 8:55 AM San Sebastián Airport | 9h20 | 5:15 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY2485 · VY8466 | 8:55 AM San Sebastián Airport | 5h25 | 1:20 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY2485 · VY8462 | 8:55 AM San Sebastián Airport | 12h40 | 8:35 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5428 · IB5634 | 8:55 AM San Sebastián Airport | 5h25 | 1:20 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5428 · IB5636 | 8:55 AM San Sebastián Airport | 9h20 | 5:15 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB444 · IB531 | 9:20 AM San Sebastián Airport | 3h30 | 11:50 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB444 · IB1143 | 9:20 AM San Sebastián Airport | 7h45 | 4:05 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 1 transfer | |
18012+ IB539 | Delayed 9:01 AM 11:00 AMDonostia-San Sebastián | 13h25 | 11:25 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB446 · IB1143 | 1:40 PM San Sebastián Airport | 3h25 | 4:05 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Service is usually included, but a tip is appreciated. Leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up in taxis, and small change is enough in cafes.
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