Madrid to Lisbon
1h 03m The flight from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) covers 513 km (319 miles) and takes approximately 1h 03m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads west on an initial great-circle bearing of 250°, passing near 39.7° N, 6.4° W at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 56m | 1h 21m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 39m | 1h 05m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 34m | 59m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 36m | 1h 01m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| MAD | LIS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport | Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport |
| City | Madrid | Lisbon |
| Country | Spain | Portugal |
| ICAO | LEMD | LPPT |
| Coordinates | 40.4934, -3.5722 | 38.7813, -9.1359 |
| Elevation | 1,998 ft | 374 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Madrid to Lisbon?
A non-stop flight from Madrid (MAD) to Lisbon (LIS) takes about 1h 03m. The great-circle distance is 513 km (319 miles, 277 nautical miles), flying west on an initial bearing of 250°.
How far is Madrid from Lisbon?
513 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 319 miles or 277 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between MAD and LIS?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 513 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.