Tracking transportation for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · EconomyAir-traffic bottlenecks in France & Germany push up fares for Portuguese travellers, reroute Lisbon flights and add fuel surcharges. Book early-morning departures.
Transportation · EconomyPortugal’s nationwide general strike is causing mass cancellations and long delays at Lisbon Airport. Here’s what’s happening and how travellers can navigate the disruption.
Health · TransportationA €1M EU study maps food and exercise deserts in Portugal’s Alentejo, guiding cycle lane, mobile market and village health funds—find out which towns benefit.
Environment · TransportationPortugal enjoys sunshine this weekend with highs of 18 °C, but locals should keep umbrellas ready: Atlantic fronts return Monday, bringing rain and lower temps.
Transportation · PoliticsPortugal plans to sell 49.9% of TAP, sparking cabin crew strike threats. Government says fresh investors will fund new jets and expand key Lisbon routes.
Transportation · TechMeo brings 5G to Lisbon Metro's Yellow Line, letting commuters call and stream without drop-outs underground. Porto Metro will add full coverage by Dec 2025.
Transportation · ImmigrationStuck in 4-hour passport queues at Lisbon Airport? Discover when new e-gates, extra officers and terminal upgrades will finally ease arrivals in Portugal by mid-2026.
Transportation · TourismPortugal's €200M upgrade adds 70% more e-gates and extra staff, aiming to slash 2-hour passport queues at Lisbon Airport by summer 2026. Get practical tips.
Tourism · TransportationIn 2026, Portimão will dredge the Arade River and widen quays so 220-metre cruise ships can berth, adding 100+ calls and pumping revenue into Algarve tourism.