Distance from Lisbon to Major Cities?
About Lisbon: Location & Geography
Lisbon
Portugal · Europe
City of Seven HillsPortuguese CapitalLisboa
Population 517,802
Coordinates 38.7251°N,
9.1498°W
Timezone Europe/Lisbon
UTC+0 / UTC+1 DST
UTC+0 / UTC+1 DST
Elevation 113 m (371 ft)
Country Portugal
Continent Europe
Main Airports LIS
Distance from Lisbon to Major Cities
Calculate Distance from Lisbon →| City | Distance | Miles | Direction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London | 1,585 km | 985 mi | NE | |
 Paris | 1,453 km | 903 mi | NE | |
 Dubai | 6,145 km | 3,818 mi | E | |
 Shanghai | 10,710 km | 6,655 mi | NE | |
 Tokyo | 11,143 km | 6,924 mi | NE | |
 New York City | 5,421 km | 3,368 mi | NW | |
| Regional Cities | ||||
 Istanbul | 3,236 km | 2,011 mi | E | |
 Moscow | 3,906 km | 2,427 mi | NE | |
| Saint Petersburg | 3,617 km | 2,247 mi | NE | |
| Ankara | 3,582 km | 2,226 mi | E | |
 Berlin | 2,313 km | 1,437 mi | NE | |
 Madrid | 503 km | 313 mi | NE | |
Closest Cities Near Lisbon by Radius
Find Cities Within Radius →Within 100 km
| Amadora | 8 km | NW |
| Queluz | 10 km | W |
| Cacém | 14 km | W |
| Setúbal | 32 km | SE |
| Loures | 12 km | N |
Within 300 km
| Leiria | 117 km | N |
| Évora | 110 km | E |
| Coimbra | 176 km | N |
| Badajoz | 190 km | E |
| Beja | 137 km | SE |
Within 700 km
| Sevilla | 316 km | SE |
| Madrid | 503 km | NE |
 Tangier | 443 km | SE |
| Casablanca | 588 km | S |
| Braga | 320 km | N |
| Jerez de la Frontera | 349 km | SE |
| Córdoba | 393 km | E |
| Vigo | 392 km | N |
| Rabat | 563 km | S |
| Málaga | 472 km | SE |
Within 60 miles
| Amadora | 5 mi | NW |
| Queluz | 6 mi | W |
| Cacém | 8 mi | W |
| Setúbal | 20 mi | SE |
| Loures | 7 mi | N |
Within 200 miles
| Leiria | 73 mi | N |
| Évora | 68 mi | E |
| Coimbra | 110 mi | N |
| Badajoz | 118 mi | E |
| Sevilla | 196 mi | SE |
Within 450 miles
| Madrid | 313 mi | NE |
| Tangier | 275 mi | SE |
| Casablanca | 365 mi | S |
| Jerez de la Frontera | 217 mi | SE |
| Córdoba | 244 mi | E |
| Vigo | 243 mi | N |
| Rabat | 350 mi | S |
| Málaga | 293 mi | SE |
| Salé | 348 mi | SE |
| Tétouan | 301 mi | SE |
Average Flight Times from Lisbon
| Destination | Flight Time | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ~2h 46min | 1,585 km | NE |
| Paris | ~2h 37min | 1,453 km | NE |
| Dubai | ~7h 50min | 6,145 km | E |
| Shanghai | ~12h 54min | 10,710 km | NE |
| Tokyo | ~13h 23min | 11,143 km | NE |
| New York City | ~7h 1min | 5,421 km | NW |
* Estimated based on great-circle distance at 900 km/h cruising speed. Actual times vary by airline, winds, and routing.
Lisbon Location & Key Facts
Lisbon is the capital and largest city of Portugal, positioned on the Tagus estuary near the Atlantic Ocean. It has long been one of Europe's great maritime cities, central to the Age of Discovery and to Portugal's historic links with Africa, Asia, and Brazil. Modern Lisbon combines waterfront geography, hilltop neighborhoods, tourism, technology growth, and national political importance.
- ✓Lisbon was a key launch point for the Portuguese maritime expeditions that reshaped global trade routes in the early modern era
- ✓The city's steep hills, trams, tiled facades, and riverfront setting give it one of Europe's most distinctive urban landscapes
- ✓It is Portugal's political, financial, and aviation hub, concentrating many of the country's leading institutions and companies
- ✓Neighborhoods such as Alfama, Baixa, and Belem anchor the city's historical and visitor appeal
- ✓Lisbon has also become a visible European base for startups, conferences, and remote-work-oriented urban growth
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Lisbon from the North Pole?
Lisbon is approximately 5,702 km (3,543 miles) from the North Pole (geographic north, 90°N). The straight-line great-circle distance places Lisbon at 51.3° from the polar region.
How far is Lisbon from the South Pole?
The distance from Lisbon to the South Pole (90°S, Antarctica) is approximately 14,314 km (8,894 miles).
How far is Lisbon from the equator?
Lisbon lies at 38.7251° north latitude, approximately 4,311 km (2,679 miles) from the equator.
How far is Lisbon from Rome?
The great-circle distance from Lisbon to Rome, Italy is approximately 1,865 km (1,159 miles). Rome is located at 41.89°N, 12.51°E in central Italy.
How long is the flight from Lisbon to Istanbul?
The estimated flight time from Lisbon to Istanbul is approximately 4h 36min. This is based on great-circle distance and a typical cruising speed of 900 km/h. Actual flight times vary depending on airline, routing, and wind conditions.
How many cities are within 200 km of Lisbon?
There are 90 cities within 200 km of Lisbon in our dataset of 600+ major global cities, including Amadora, Badajoz, Coimbra.