TAP Air Portugal Baggage Policy (2026)

Last updated: April 2026 · Source: TAP Air Portugal official website

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Quick Answer

TAP Air Portugal allows one carry-on and one personal item for free, but the personal item has a strict 2 kg weight limit. Checked bags are not included in Discount or Basic fares, with fees starting around $37 if purchased in advance.

Carry-On Baggage

Carry-On Size	55x40x25 cm (22x16x10 inches), 10 kg (22 lbs) max
Personal Item	1 personal item: 40x30x15 cm (16x12x5 inches), 2 kg (4.4 lbs) max. Must fit under the seat in front.

Checked Baggage Fees

Item	Fee / Details
Included Bags	Discount/Basic: 0 bags. Classic/Plus: 1 bag (23 kg). Executive/Top Executive: 2 bags (32 kg each). Medium/long-haul to Africa: 2 bags (23 kg each) for most economy fares.
1st Checked Bag	From $37 / €30 if purchased online in advance; higher at airport. Varies by route and season.
2nd Checked Bag	€150 to €205 / $258 to $528 depending on route and season
Overweight Fee	€60 to €180 / $161 to $474 depending on route and season for bags 23-32 kg
Oversized Fee	€60 to €180 / $161 to $474 depending on route and season for bags over 158 cm
Max Weight	23 kg per bag
Max Dimensions	158 cm linear (L+W+H)

International Baggage Rules

Medium/long-haul flights to Africa include 2 checked bags (23 kg each) in economy. Intercontinental flights generally include 1 checked bag (23 kg) in Basic and Classic fares.

Special Items

Sports Equipment

Included in free hold baggage allowance if within limits. Extra sports equipment starts at €45 / $57 if purchased online. Bicycles must have handlebars turned and pedals removed. Surfboards require a Declaration of Transport.

Musical Instruments

Small instruments (up to 10 kg, 55x40x25 cm) allowed as free hand baggage. Large instruments require booking an extra seat (max 30 kg, 155x42x25 cm on floor or 110x42x50 cm on seat) or checking as special baggage (fees apply, max 45 kg).

Tips to Avoid Baggage Fees

1Purchase extra baggage online in advance to save money compared to airport prices.
2Weigh your personal item carefully, as it has a strict 2 kg (4.4 lbs) limit.
3Achieve TAP Miles&Go Gold or Star Alliance Gold status for an extra free checked bag.
4Book a Classic or Plus fare if you know you need to check a bag.

Did You Know?

The personal item has an unusually strict weight limit of just 2 kg (4.4 lbs). Surfboards require a mandatory Declaration of Transport form to be accepted. Medium and long-haul flights to Africa (except Morocco) include two free checked bags even on lower economy fares.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does TAP Air Portugal charge for checked bags?▼

TAP Air Portugal charges From $37 / €30 if purchased online in advance; higher at airport. Varies by route and season. for the first checked bag and €150 to €205 / $258 to $528 depending on route and season for the second bag.

What is TAP Air Portugal's carry-on bag size limit?▼

TAP Air Portugal carry-on allowance: 55x40x25 cm (22x16x10 inches), 10 kg (22 lbs) max. 1 personal item: 40x30x15 cm (16x12x5 inches), 2 kg (4.4 lbs) max. Must fit under the seat in front.

Does TAP Air Portugal include free checked bags in economy?▼

No, TAP Air Portugal does not include free checked bags in basic economy. Discount/Basic: 0 bags. Classic/Plus: 1 bag (23 kg). Executive/Top Executive: 2 bags (32 kg each). Medium/long-haul to Africa: 2 bags (23 kg each) for most economy fares.

What is TAP Air Portugal's overweight baggage fee?▼

€60 to €180 / $161 to $474 depending on route and season for bags 23-32 kg

Can I bring sports equipment on TAP Air Portugal?▼