Flying from Montpellier Airport (MPL) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Montpellier Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Lisbon one hour behind Montpellier.
To ensure you get on your MPL to LIS flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Transavia France offers direct flights from Montpellier Airport to Lisbon Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Lisbon — and maybe even more of Portugal if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Transavia France on this route.
Among carriers operating MPL to LIS flights, Transavia France has the best track record for timely arrivals.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Montpellier Airport to Lisbon Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MPL and LIS:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Nantes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Montpellier Airport (MPL) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Montpellier Airport to Lisbon Airport flight is Rs12,338. A return ticket right now is Rs28,833. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MPL to LIS.
The cheapest month for flights from Montpellier Airport to Lisbon Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MPL to LIS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about Montpellier Airport (MPL)
74% of flights that take off from Montpellier Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Montpellier Airport from central Montpellier, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MPL? If you've booked an early flight from Montpellier Airport to Lisbon Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
If you're arriving on a late Montpellier Airport to Lisbon Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near LIS:
Pick up a Lisbon Airport rental car and explore Lisbon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Lisbon Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Airport to the centre of Lisbon has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
August is the most popular month for flights from Montpellier Airport to Lisbon Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Lisbon in March.
Lock in your flight from Montpellier Airport to Lisbon Airport for August if you want to explore Lisbon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MPL to LIS in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Portugal you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a visit to Porto will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
Amadora is another must-experience 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.