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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lisbon Airport to Santa Maria Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $689. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Santa Maria

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lisbon to Santa Maria flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Lisbon to Santa Maria: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$231
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlinePortugalia Airlines
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Lisbon to Santa Maria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lisbon to Santa Maria is $232. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Lisbon to Santa Maria.
Portugalia Airlines, TAP Air Portugal and Azores Airlines fly direct from Lisbon to Santa Maria.
As of July 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Lisbon to Santa Maria.
The cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Santa Maria is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lisbon Airport to Santa Maria Airport on Thursday, 24 June 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Santa Maria but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Santa Maria is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, TAP Air Portugal offers the cheapest flight tickets to Santa Maria.

Travelling from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Santa Maria Airport (SMA): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Lisbon Airport to Santa Maria Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Leave enough time to catch your LIS to SMA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Azores Airlines is your ticket to exploring Santa Maria (and perhaps some other great corners of Portugal!). Browse the direct flights from Lisbon Airport to Santa Maria Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • Azores Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Azores Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering LIS to SMA flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Santa Maria Airport (SMA)

  • $184 is the best price for a one-way Lisbon Airport to Santa Maria Airport flight. A return flight starts at $231. These prices may change based on demand.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LIS to SMA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Santa Maria Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LIS to SMA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lisbon Airport to Santa Maria Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)

  • Of all flights departing from Lisbon Airport, 56% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Lisbon Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LIS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Santa Maria Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Santa Maria Airport (SMA)

  • Reserve a hotel close to SMA if you're taking a late Lisbon Airport to Santa Maria Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Santa Maria Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ilha Verde, addCar or AUTATLANTIS and explore beyond Santa Maria's main sights.

  • Reserving your ride from Santa Maria Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Santa Maria Airport (SMA) to central Santa Maria

  • From Santa Maria Airport, Santa Maria is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Santa Maria Airport (SMA)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Santa Maria Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Santa Maria in March.

Explore more of Portugal

  • Ponta Delgada is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be explored once you've seen Santa Maria. Around 1496 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Portas da Cidade, Gruta do Carvao and Igreja do Colegio.

  • If there's time to check out another great destination in Portugal, consider Lagoa, roughly 1480 kilometres west of Santa Maria. Church of Santa Cruz, Colecao Visitavel Matriz of thegoa and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio are key reasons to visit.

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