Star Alliance carrier TAP Portugal offers free stopovers in Lisbon on most of its connecting tickets. In this special case, it even drops the price: With departure from London (both Heathrow and Gatwick), you can reach San Francisco for as little as €313 (~£272), if you spend two to five nights in Lisbon on the outbound leg. Adding a checked bag costs €75 for the entire trip.
You have to be fully vaccinated for at least 14 days to enter the United States, with an approved vaccine, unless you are a US resident/citizen. You can read more about the entry requirements at the CDC.
TAP flights purchased before June 30, 2022, can be rebooked without having to pay a rebooking fee, but the price difference will have to be paid. This does not apply to Discount fares.
Our availability will forward you to TAP with your preselected flight dates. We recommend booking directly there, as OTAs sell tickets only €10 cheaper, with a much greater chance of running into trouble. Tickets are available in January and February 2023.
Without the stopover in Lisbon, tickets are roughly €100 (~£87) more expensive.
Airbus A320 family planes take you from London to Lisbon and back. Some flights from Gatwick are Embrear 190 services, which might be preferable. The Embraers have a much more generous seat pitch than TAP’s A320s.
The airlines uses brand-new Airbus A330-900 NEO aircraft for its transatlantic services. These marvels of modern engineering feature a 2-4-2 seating in economy, with in flight entertainment in every seat.
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The fare rules don’t give an expiration date for this price. You have to stay at least six days at your destination or a night from Saturday to Sunday at the lowest fare.
Google Flights helps you find additional flight dates. Because these are multistop tickets, flights are a bit harder to find, but the price justifies the time invested. You can also search directly on TAP’s website.
Mileage
TAP issues tickets for all flight segments in booking class O, severely limiting your earning opportunities:
- 3,084 Award Miles + 160 Points on Miles&More
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- 1,258 Award Miles on Emirates Skywards
- 1,258 Extra Points on SAS EuroBonus
- 1,258 Miles on Egyptair Plus
- 1,258 Award Miles on Etihad Guest
- 1,012 Miles on Hainan Fortune Wings Club
- 628 Miles on Azul TodoAzul
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Destination
While it’s easier to strike a bargain in Lisbon, hotel prices in San Francisco are among the highest in the US. They usually start at roughly €80 depending on the hotel category. Whichever category and hotel you opt for, make sure to get the best price! Our recommendation is to search on booking.com, or even on our own Travel-Dealz hotel search:
Information & Tips for USA
The United States offers a wide range of tourist sights, from national parks like Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon to cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. The currency is the U.S. dollar (USD), and card payments are widely accepted. Prices vary by region but can be high in major cities, especially for accommodation and dining. Weather differs greatly across the country—winters can be harsh in the north, while the south often stays mild; summers are generally hot and humid in many areas.
The U.S. transport infrastructure is highly car-dependent, especially outside major cities. Urban centres like New York, Chicago, and San Francisco have functional public transit, but many other cities have limited options. Between cities, domestic flights are common for long distances, while intercity buses and Amtrak trains cover some routes, though often with slower speeds and less frequency compared to other countries. Without a car, getting around can be inconvenient in many parts of the country.
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Information & Tips for San Francisco
San Francisco is known for its iconic sights, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Fisherman’s Wharf, and the lively neighbourhoods like Chinatown and the Mission District. The currency used is the U.S. dollar (USD), and credit cards are widely accepted. The city is known for its high price level, especially for accommodation and dining in tourist areas, though there are budget-friendly options. The weather is mild year-round, with cool, foggy summers and chilly winters, making it a comfortable destination to visit throughout the year.
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