Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is five hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MAA to LIS flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Lisbon Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MAA and LIS include:
London Heathrow Airport
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Currently, 232 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 575 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MAA to LIS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Chennai Airport to Lisbon Airport.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76% of flights departing from Chennai Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Chennai Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Lisbon Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chennai Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LIS instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Lisbon Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility to explore Lisbon and beyond.
Booking your ride from Lisbon Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
From Lisbon Airport, Lisbon is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Lisbon Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Lisbon. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Lisbon Airport for August if you want to explore Lisbon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to LIS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've seen Lisbon, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Porto to tick off its leading attractions. From Ribeira District to Rio Douro and Livraria Lello, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Amadora is another well-known destination in Portugal and is around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. No trip is complete without a visit to Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.