Traveling from Munich Airport (MUC) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Munich Airport to Lisbon Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, making Lisbon one hour behind Munich.
Pack your bags and choose from 34 weekly Munich Airport to Lisbon Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your MUC to LIS flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Munich Airport to Lisbon Airport, so jetting to Lisbon (and then exploring more of Portugal!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is TAP Air Portugal.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for MUC to LIS flights is Lufthansa.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Munich Airport to Lisbon Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MUC and LIS:
Madrid Airport
Zurich Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Munich Airport (MUC) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Munich Airport to Lisbon Airport flight is AED 297. A round-trip plane ticket is currently AED 581. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from MUC to LIS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Munich Airport to Lisbon Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MUC to LIS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Munich Airport to Lisbon Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Munich Airport (MUC)
Of the flights that depart from Munich Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Munich Airport from central Munich, it takes around 40 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Munich Airport to Lisbon Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near MUC:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
If you're arriving on a late Munich Airport to Lisbon Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LIS:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Lisbon Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and experience more of Lisbon and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lisbon Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Airport is roughly 8 kilometers from central Lisbon. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Munich Airport to Lisbon Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Lisbon. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Munich Airport to Lisbon Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MUC to LIS in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Lisbon, now it's time to explore more of Portugal. Travel around 274 kilometers north to Porto to check off its leading sights. From Ribeira District to Rio Douro and Livraria Lello, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal and is around 8 kilometers north-west of Lisbon. No trip is complete without experiencing Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.