Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Lisbon Airport is 8 hours 20 minutes.
Lisbon is five hours ahead of Miami and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from MIA to LIS start at 00:25 — the first with TAP Air Portugal. The last departure is at 23:35 with TAP Air Portugal. Overall, there are ten weekly Miami International Airport to Lisbon Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MIA to LIS flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
TAP Air Portugal is your gateway to discovering Lisbon (and perhaps some other great corners of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from Miami International Airport to Lisbon Airport offered by this popular carrier.
TAP Air Portugal tops the list for bookings on this route.
Among carriers operating MIA to LIS flights, TAP Air Portugal leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Miami International Airport to Lisbon Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MIA and LIS:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Madrid Airport
New York Newark Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
$380 is currently the best price for a one-way Miami International Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Return flights start from $846. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MIA to LIS.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Lisbon Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
The address for MIA is 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Miami International Airport, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Miami International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Miami. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MIA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Miami International Airport to Lisbon Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
If you have a late Miami International Airport to Lisbon Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LIS:
Pick up a Lisbon Airport rental car and discover Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Lisbon Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
August is the most popular month for flights from Miami International Airport to Lisbon Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Lisbon in March.
When reserving your flight from Miami International Airport to Lisbon Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MIA to LIS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Lisbon, now it's time to discover more of Portugal. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Porto to tick off its popular sights. From Ribeira District to Rio Douro and Livraria Lello, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Amadora is another well-known destination in Portugal and is around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. No journey is complete without experiencing Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.