Cheap Flights to São Luís

Book a flight to São Luís and you'll be arriving at Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS).

There are a total of 59 air carriers connecting São Luís to 127 airports globally.

Most often, travellers choose to fly with TAP Air Portugal, Iberia and Air Europa when going to São Luís. The majority of these flights depart from Madrid, with TAP Air Portugal operating this route the most frequently.

Flying to somewhere new is much easier when there aren't any stopovers to worry about. If you're off to São Luís, the awesome news is that there are 1,855 nonstop flights operating each week.

Flights to São Luís departing from Madrid, London and Paris airports are always popular.

If you're flying to São Luís from Madrid, you'll have a flight time of 1 hour and 22 minutes. Those leaving from London can expect to be on the plane for 2 hours and 49 minutes. From Paris it's about 2 hours and 35 minutes away.

Don't leave locking in your flight to São Luís until the last moment. That's one trick well-versed travellers use to get the best prices. Booking well in advance means more options and more affordable flights. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and find out if there are multiple airports at your destination. Ticket prices often differ depending on which airport you use. Be sure to compare prices across airlines too. Last of all, be ready to lock in your seat quickly if you stumble on a great price. It might not stick around for long. With a bit of knowledge and a little good fortune, the ideal airfare will be yours.

If you're not prepared, air travel can be overwhelming. But there's no need to hit the panic button just yet. Follow these helpful hints for a comfortable start to your holiday in São Luís. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First things first, put in your passport, important documents, credit cards and medications. Next, you'll need some in-flight entertainment to while away the hours. A thrilling novel and a laptop filled with your favourite shows are some terrific options. If you intend to catch more than just forty winks, a comfy neck pillow and some earplugs will also be useful. Finally, leave some space for a toothbrush and some cleansing wipes so you'll hop off the plane looking fresh and raring to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don't have a Swiss Army knife lurking in one of the zippers of your hand luggage. Other banned items include explosive or flammable goods, such as bleach and fuel, and liquids and gels in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

• Your main priority is to feel as comfortable as you can. Go for slip-on footwear, dress in loose, breathable clothing and remember to bring a sweater in case you get cold in the cabin.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to poor circulation and inactivity, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression socks.

A little pre-planning before your flight can make your trip to São Luís a pleasure. Read through our handy tips for a stress-free journey past security:

• Airport security personnel first need to make sure that you have a valid ID and travel documents before you can proceed any further. Have them close by, ready for inspection.
• Next up is the X-ray machine. Remove anything metal on you that is likely to beep. This includes things like headphones or earphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll all need to go on the X-ray conveyor belt.
• All your electronics, including your tablet and phone, must also be separately scanned.
• Any liquids or gels, such as shampoo or hand cream, that you want to take on board must be no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
• Slip-on shoes are a clever footwear choice as you're less likely to be required to remove them when going through security. Safety boots and other bulky shoes are usually subjected to extra screening.
• Sharp items such as knives and scissors are not allowed in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them safely away in your checked bags.