{"response": {"Key": "MAD-LIS", "orig": {"code": "MAD", "type": "airport", "city": "Madrid", "fullCity": "Madrid, Spain", "airport": "Adolfo Suárez Barajas Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "LIS", "type": "airport", "city": "Lisbon", "fullCity": "Lisbon, Portugal", "airport": "Humberto Delgado Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from Madrid to Lisbon?", "answer": "The flight from Madrid to Lisbon is about 320 miles and typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes nonstop, with the return leg slightly shorter at 1 hour 15 minutes.", "methodology": "Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": ["flight_schedule"]}, "q1": {"question": "Are there any direct flights from Madrid to Lisbon?", "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of nonstop flights from Madrid to Lisbon. Six airlines — Iberia, easyJet, Air Europa, TAP Air Portugal, Iberia Express, and Ryanair — operate a combined 197 weekly nonstops, with daily service on all carriers except Ryanair, which flies only on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. TAP Air Portugal is the low-fare leader with a typical fare around $91, while Iberia and Air Europa average about $251 and $138 respectively.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines"]}, "q3": {"question": "What are the ground transportation options in Lisbon?", "answer": "From Lisbon Airport (LIS), which is just 7 km north of the city center, the most popular and affordable option is the Aerobus shuttle, running two lines every 20–25 minutes for a flat €4 fare and reaching the center in about 20–40 minutes. Public buses (routes 5, 22, 44, 45, 83) are even cheaper and serve many neighborhoods, while taxis are readily available at ranks with a standard surcharge. There is no direct train, but you can take a short taxi ride to Gare do Oriente or Parque das Nações to connect to the metro. Ride‑share services and car rentals are also available, though the Aerobus is the most‑used transfer for its simplicity and value.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "http://lisbon-lis.airports-guides.com", "title": "Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) Information: LIS Airport in Lisbon Area, Portugal"}, {"url": "http://www.lisbon-lis.airports-guides.com/lis_airport_transport.html", "title": "Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) Travel, Transport: Travel at Airports in Lisbon Area, Portugal", "time_published": "2016-03-03T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.lisbon-airport.net/", "title": "Lisbon Airport (LIS)"}, {"url": "https://lisbonairport.net/lisbon-airport-transfers/bus/", "title": "Getting to Lisbon Airport by Bus", "time_published": "2019-03-02T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://lisbonairport.net", "title": "Lisbon Airport | Guide to Lisbon Airport (LIS)"}]}, "q6": {"question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Madrid to Lisbon?", "answer": "Yes, overnight red‑eye flights are available nonstop from Madrid to Lisbon. Iberia operates two nightly departures at 22:17 and 23:17, both arriving the same night around 23:24 and just after midnight respectively; easyJet runs multiple late‑evening departures between 22:10 and 23:20, landing the same evening around 22:50; and Ryanair offers a Monday‑night departure at 21:58, arriving the same night at about 22:03.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": ["redeye_flights", "flight_schedule"]}, "q7": {"question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Madrid to Lisbon?", "answer": "Madrid to Lisbon is served by a dense nonstop schedule with multiple carriers. Iberia operates the most flights at 46 per week with a median fare around $251, while TAP Air Portugal offers 26 weekly flights at a median of $91, often the cheapest option. Air Europa runs 28 weekly flights with a median fare near $138. Other nonstop operators include easyJet (39 weekly), Air Nostrum (22 weekly), Ryanair (6 weekly), and European Air Charter (56 weekly), though fares for these carriers are not provided.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines"]}, "q8": {"question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Madrid and Lisbon?", "answer": "Common layover cities for the Madrid–Lisbon route include Barcelona, Porto, and Paris. Barcelona offers frequent connections and a short detour, keeping total travel time competitive. Porto provides a quick stopover with efficient transfers. Paris serves as a major hub with broad onward connections, though it adds more flight time. All these cities are within the Schengen Area, allowing visa‑free transit for eligible travelers."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Lisbon?", "answer": "May, June, and September offer sunny, mild weather with smaller crowds than the peak summer months."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Madrid to Lisbon?", "answer": "Bring a valid national ID card or passport, ensure it meets entry requirements, and carry a payment method for baggage. Proof of onward travel may be requested, and vaccination certificates are not currently required."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in Lisbon?", "answer": "Lisbon has only one major airport, Humberto Delgado Airport, located just 7 km from the city centre, serving all commercial flights with easy access to downtown and popular attractions."}, "q14": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Lisbon airport?", "answer": "Lisbon Airport does not have on-site hotels or capsule hotels inside the terminals, but there are several nearby hotels accessible by shuttle or a short walk, including options like the Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto and Tryp Lisboa Aeroporto Hotel. The airport has two terminals connected by a free 24/7 shuttle, and while there are no dedicated sleeping pods, travelers have reported finding benches and couches in Terminal 1's food court and near certain gates for resting.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/lisbon-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Lisbon Airport Guide (LIS) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-09-02T00:00:05Z"}, {"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/hotels/lisbon-airport-hotels.htm", "title": "Lisbon Airport Guide (LIS) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-04-13T18:11:40Z"}, {"url": "http://lisbon-lis.airports-guides.com", "title": "Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) Information: LIS Airport in Lisbon Area, Portugal"}, {"url": "http://www.lisbon-lis.airports-guides.com/lis_airport_facilities.html", "title": "Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) Facilities, Info: Services at Airports in Lisbon Area, Portugal", "time_published": "2016-03-03T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon_Airport", "title": "Lisbon Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-20T16:51:21Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon%20Airport", "title": "Lisbon Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T23:41:16Z"}]}, "q17": {"question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Madrid to Lisbon?", "answer": "On the nonstop route from Madrid to Lisbon, the most common aircraft types are the Airbus A320-100, Boeing 737-800, and Canadair Regional Jet 1000, along with Embraer 190/195 variants. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, with other types like the Boeing 737 MAX 8 and Airbus A320-200 Neo also appearing occasionally. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on many of these jets, though configurations differ by carrier.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": ["route_aircraft"]}, "q18": {"question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Madrid to Lisbon?", "answer": "The Madrid–Lisbon route is served by airlines across all three major alliances: oneworld via Iberia (and its regional partner Air Nostrum), Star Alliance via TAP Air Portugal, and SkyTeam via Air Europa. Several carriers on the route — easyJet, Ryanair, and Elite Airways — belong to no alliance.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines"]}, "q20": {"question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Madrid?", "answer": "At Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, lounges are operated by Aena and are accessible via Priority Pass, American Express Platinum, or day pass. In Terminal 4S, the Neptuno Lounge serves non-Schengen flights with 24-hour access and a three-hour stay limit, while Terminal 4 houses the Sala VIP Plaza Mayor and The Hub Lounge Aerotel. Terminals 1, 2, and 3 each have a Sala VIP (Cibeles, Puerta De Alcala, and Puerta Del Sol respectively), offering comfortable seating and refreshments. Eligibility generally includes lounge membership programs, premium cabin tickets, or purchasing a day pass online.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/spain/adolfo-suarez-madrid-barajas", "title": "Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport MAD Lounges - MAD Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/spain/adolfo-suarez-madrid-barajas", "title": "Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport MAD Lounges - MAD Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-xb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MAD", "title": "American Express Lounges at Madrid Barajas Airport | Amex XB", "time_published": "2026-05-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-au/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MAD", "title": "American Express Lounges at Madrid Barajas Airport | Amex AU", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png"}, {"url": "https://serviciosvip.aena.es/vip/en/aeropuertos/adolfo-suarez-madrid-barajas/salas-vip/neptuno", "title": "Neptuno VIP Lounge at Adolfo Suarez Madrid Barajas Airport - Aena VIP Services", "favicon": "https://serviciosvip.aena.es/vip"}]}, "q21": {"question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Madrid to Lisbon?", "answer": "Baggage rules on Madrid–Lisbon flights depend on the airline and fare type. Basic economy fares often exclude checked luggage but include a small personal item, while standard economy typically allows one carry-on and one checked bag. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Madrid to Lisbon?", "answer": "On this short‑haul route, flights typically offer Economy class, with some airlines providing a European Business class that uses the same seats as Economy with a blocked middle seat; flat‑bed Business is not common."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare type; flexible and premium cabin tickets generally allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy fares usually do not."}}}}