TAP Air Portugal Review, Baggage Rules and Services
Everything you need to know — baggage allowances, cabin classes, routes, and the unique Lisbon stopover program that lets you explore Portugal for free.
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Boeing 747 at Frankfurt Airport
Quick Facts
Key information about this airline at a glance
| Airline Name | TAP Air Portugal S.A. |
| Founded | 1945 |
| Headquarters | Lisbon, Portugal |
| Alliance | Star Alliance |
| Fleet Size | ~100 aircraft |
| Destinations | 90+ worldwide |
| Airline Type | Full-Service (Luxury) |
| Annual Passengers | ~16 million |
| Hub Airport | Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) |
| On-time Performance | ~74% |
| Skytrax Rating | 5-star airline |
| Explorelio Rating | ⭐ 4.2 / 5 |
Airline Rating Breakdown
Explorelio scores based on passenger experience and industry data
Baggage Allowance
TAP Air Portugal baggage varies by fare type. See our full airline comparison for a side-by-side view.
| Carry-on bag (most fares) | 55 × 40 × 20 cm |
| Weight limit | 8 kg |
| Personal item | Laptop bag / handbag |
| Economy Basic — no checked bag | Fee applies |
| Economy Classic — 1 × 23 kg | Included |
| Economy Plus — 2 × 23 kg | Included |
| Business — 2 × 32 kg | Included |
? Tip: TAP’s free Stopover program lets you add 1–5 nights in Lisbon at no extra airfare cost. Compare prices on Expedia before booking.
Cabin Classes
Three cabin classes — Economy, Economy Plus, and Business Class
- 1 × 23 kg bag (Classic+)
- Seat pitch: 79–84 cm
- In-flight entertainment included
- Meals included on long-haul
- 2 × 23 kg bags included
- Extra legroom seat
- Enhanced dining service
- Priority boarding and check-in
- 2 × 32 kg bags included
- Lie-flat bed, direct aisle access
- Premium dining and complimentary cocktails
- Senator Lounge access (Frankfurt)
Fleet Overview
TAP Air Portugal operates a modern, all-Airbus fleet. Compare with other carriers on our airline comparison page.
Airbus A320neo taking off from Frankfurt
Route Network
TAP Air Portugal connects 90+ destinations via Lisbon — the closest European hub to Brazil and the Americas. Check our destination guides and travel itineraries for trip ideas.
- Lisbon, Porto, Faro
- London, Paris
- Frankfurt, Amsterdam
- Prague, Rome
- São Paulo (GRU), Rio de Janeiro
- Fortaleza, Recife
- New York (JFK), Miami
- Boston, Washington DC
- Maputo, Luanda
- Cape Verde, São Tomé
- Casablanca, Dakar
- Accra, Conakry
- Toronto, Montréal
- Caracas, Bogotá
- Buenos Aires
- Cancún
Pros and Cons
- ? Best European hub to Brazil and lusophone Africa
- ?️ Free Lisbon stopover program — visit Portugal at no extra airfare
- ✈️ A321XLR enables new long-range routes from Lisbon
- ? Competitive fares especially to Brazil and Portuguese-speaking destinations
- ? Excellent Portuguese wines and cuisine onboard
- ⏰ Below-average punctuality — see our airline comparison for alternatives
- ? Small global network outside Europe, Brazil and Africa
- ? Economy comfort average for long-haul
- ? All routes connect via Lisbon
- ? Customer service has been inconsistent
Boeing 747-8 at Frankfurt gate
Compare TAP Air Portugal With Other Airlines
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How to Book TAP Air Portugal Flights
Find the Cheapest Fares
Fares vary by type — check baggage inclusion at booking. Use Expedia to search alongside Iberia, Air France and other European carriers. Also check our airline comparison page.
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