TAP Air Portugal Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
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.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | TAP Air Portugal (TP) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 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 Bag Allowance | 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. |
| First Bag Fee | From $37 / €30 if purchased online in advance; higher at airport. Varies by route and season. |
| Second Bag Fee | €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 |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
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).
International 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.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Purchase extra baggage online in advance to save money compared to airport prices. 2. Weigh your personal item carefully, as it has a strict 2 kg (4.4 lbs) limit. 3. Achieve TAP Miles&Go Gold or Star Alliance Gold status for an extra free checked bag. 4. Book a Classic or Plus fare if you know you need to check a bag.
Unique Nuances
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?
- 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.
- What are TAP Air Portugal baggage fees?
- TAP Air Portugal baggage fees are 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. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of €60 to €180 / $161 to $474 depending on route and season for bags 23-32 kg. 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.