Flying from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Lisbon's timezone is UTC+0, making Lisbon three hours ahead of Maceio.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your MCZ to LIS flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
RM1,687 is the lowest price for a one-way Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight. Return flights start at RM3,161. These fares can change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MCZ to LIS, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
80.68% of flights leaving Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from MCZ.
To reach Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport from central Maceio, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MCZ. Whether you have an early flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
If you're landing on a late Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near LIS:
Explore without limits with a Lisbon Portela Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or OK Mobility and find adventure across Lisbon and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Lisbon Portela Airport about two weeks in advance of 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 get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Lisbon in January.
Book your flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Lisbon Portela Airport for August if you'd like to go to Lisbon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MCZ to LIS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River.
Amadora is another favourite 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.