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LIS to MAD Turbulence Forecast

Is the Lisbon to Madrid flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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LIS
→
MAD
Lisbon · Madrid · 1h 20m
5.2
Turb Score
1h 20m
Duration
388 nm
Distance
29,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
light-moderate
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LIS–MAD

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About the LIS–MAD route

The Lisbon to Madrid route is a short European hop covering just 447 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 29,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.

The route is served by TAP Air Portugal, Iberia, Vueling on Airbus A319 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 29,000 feet over a distance of 447 miles (388 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.

Turbulence levels on LIS–MAD

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly LIS–MAD

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on LIS–MAD

Airbus A319

Front
Rows 1–13
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 14-20
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 21+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Lisbon to Madrid flight turbulent?
The LIS–MAD route typically experiences light-moderate turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 5.2/100.
When is turbulence worst on LIS to MAD?
Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on LIS to MAD?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A319 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14-20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from LIS to MAD?
The LIS to MAD flight takes approximately 1h 20m, covering 447 miles (388 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly LIS to MAD?
The main airlines operating this route are TAP Air Portugal, Iberia, Vueling, flying Airbus A319 · Boeing 737 aircraft.