TAP Portugal

TAP Portugal

TAP Portugal is the national flag carrier of Portugal, founded in 1945 and based in Lisbon, Portugal. Its main hub is Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport, with a secondary hub at Porto Airport. TAP Portugal flies to 76 destinations and has been a member of the Star Alliance since 2005. The airline has a fleet of 71 aircraft and operates around 2,500 flights to 34 countries.

Baggage Policy

Cabin Baggage:

  • Economy Class: 1 piece, max 8 kg + 1 personal item up to 2 kg

  • Executive Class: 2 pieces, max 8 kg each + 1 personal item up to 2 kg

  • Maximum cabin baggage dimensions: 115 cm (45 inches total)

  • Personal item allowed: purse, laptop bag, or shoulder bag up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm

Checked Baggage:

  • Executive/Top Executive: 2 pieces, max 32 kg (70 lb) per piece

  • Plus Class (Portugal-Islands): 2 pieces, max 23 kg each

  • Plus Class (Europe-North Africa): 1 piece, max 23 kg

  • Classic/Basic Fare: 1 piece, max 23 kg; on international flights including Venezuela – 2 pieces, max 23 kg each

  • Maximum dimensions: 158 cm (62 inches total)

  • TAP uses a piece concept for checked baggage allowances.

Check-In Facilities

Web Check-In:

  • Available 36 hours prior to departure

  • Passengers can select seats and get the electronic boarding pass from home or office.

Mobile Check-In:

  • Allows passengers to check in using their mobile device and get the boarding pass via email or mobile app.

Airport Check-In:

  • Standard check-in counters are available for passengers with baggage.

  • Staff will assist with baggage drop and boarding pass issuance.