Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is 1 hour 23 minutes. Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Lisbon 1 hour behind Madrid.
There are 154 flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport weekly. Take the 06:05 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you'd prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from MAD to LIS is at 23:20.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, so jetting off to Lisbon (and then seeing more parts of Portugal!) is easy. The most popular carriers that travel between MAD and LIS include:
To break up your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the MAD - LIS route include:
Seville Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
Malaga Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Portugal, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MAD to LIS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is R 356. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 692. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MAD to LIS by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The journey from central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport takes around 37 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Book a hotel near LIS if you're taking a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport to central Lisbon is around 22 minutes in a car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 59 minutes.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Lisbon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you'd like to explore Lisbon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to LIS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 16ºC on average.
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Complete your Lisbon trip with hotels and a car rental
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