Travelling from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Durham and Lisbon are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MME to LIS flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a popular stopover on the MME to LIS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Currently, $394 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Durham Tees Valley Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $565. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MME to LIS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport.
Handy information about Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)
Of all flights leaving Durham Tees Valley Airport, 67.01% land on time at their destination.
Durham Tees Valley Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MME. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LIS if you're catching a late Durham Tees Valley Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lisbon's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
From Lisbon Portela Airport, Lisbon is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The quietest month for a flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Lisbon based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MME to LIS sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Portugal just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north of Lisbon, a visit to Porto will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
Amadora is another must-experience destination in Portugal and is around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon. No trip is complete without experiencing Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.