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The plan

1. Sun 1 Nov: fly outLondon to Lisbon, typical return £90–£214. Budget room about £34 a night.
2. Mon 2 Nov: match dayKick-off 20:15 local time at Estadio da Luz. Metro Blue line to Colegio Militar/Luz, about 15-20 min from the centre (Baixa-Chiado / Terreiro do Paco); the stadium is a 5-10 minute walk.
3. Tue 3 Nov: fly home

Tickets

Plan ahead. Usually from £26. Members with paid-up dues buy first (14 Oct, 15:00 for the Alverca game); sale then opens to registered supporters, Casa Benfica members and the general public the next day (15 Oct, 15:00). Max 5 tickets per purchase.

1. Open slbenfica.pt/en-us/bilhetes and pick the match on the list; each listing shows member and public sale dates and times.
2. Create or log in to a Benfica account (registered fan) before the public window opens (15:00 on the day).
3. Choose floor and stand; up to 5 tickets per purchase.
4. Pay online or in the app; no exchanges or refunds.
5. Alternatively buy at the Benfica Official Store at Estadio da Luz or a Benfica Official Store.

Full SL Benfica ticket guide: sale dates, every upcoming home game and flights from 17 UK airports.

Make a weekend of it

• Wander Alfama and take Tram 28 or walk up to the Miradouro.
• Eat pasteis de nata at Pasteis de Belem.
• Watch the sunset from Miradouro de Santa Catarina.

Prices are typical, not live, from London. Check the real price before you book. Away Day isn't affiliated with any club, league or travel site.