Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Milan: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 54 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan.
Milan is 1 hour ahead of Lisbon, where Lisbon Portela Airport is located. Milan operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 38 flights a week between the two airports, Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the most popular route. EasyJet operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from LIS to MXP is with TAP Air Portugal at 21:00.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from LIS to Milan. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan that arrives at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
You'll find a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan, including:
We make it easy to find a flight from LIS to Milan with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Ibiza Airport (IBZ)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Menorca Airport (MAH)
You don't need a visa for Italy if you hold a passport from Portugal and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before booking your flight tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
LIS is around 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 59 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near LIS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Milan
C$34 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$89. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap tickets from LIS to Milan, book your trip 3 months ahead of your departure.
Organize your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 45 minutes.
It takes roughly 53 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MXP:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
As soon as your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 58 minutes by car. Central Milan is approximately 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours and 18 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near BGY. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from LIS to Milan at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Milan
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan. July is the busiest month to visit Milan. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from LIS to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Milan right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Milan:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are top sights which should be on any good Milan itinerary.
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