Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lisbon is UTC+0, which is 11 hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to LIS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MEL and LIS include:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
₹ 37,201 is the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 86,829. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to LIS if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MEL to LIS.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Reserve a hotel near LIS if you're on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lisbon and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Lisbon in January.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you want to explore Lisbon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to LIS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be discovered after you've seen Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
Around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.
