Travelling from Laleu Airport (LRH) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
A direct flight from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport takes on average 1 hour 39 minutes. The timezone in Porto is UTC+0, which is 1 hour behind La Rochelle.
For the first departure, take the 06:30 flight from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport. If you'd like to leave later, the last flight is at 21:50. With 2 weekly flights from LRH to OPO, you can pick the one that best suits you.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the LRH - OPO route include:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Menara Airport
Geneve Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Portugal. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before locking in your cheap ticket from LRH to OPO, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Laleu Airport (LRH) to Porto Airport (OPO)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport is R 299. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 637. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from LRH to OPO, book your journey 9 months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from LRH to OPO every day.
Use filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Laleu Airport (LRH)
Travelling from central La Rochelle to Laleu Airport takes around 24 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near LRH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
If you have a late flight from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near OPO:
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
From Porto Airport, Porto is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 49 minutes.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Porto in February.
The warmest month in Porto is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Laleu Airport to Porto Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LRH to OPO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Porto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Porto right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from LRH to OPO:
Livraria Lello and Ribeira District are just two of the big attractions to add to your Porto to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at The Douro River.
Complete your Porto trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Porto Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Porto holiday.