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TAP Air Portugal Online Check-In (2026)

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

Quick Answer

TAP Air Portugal online check-in opens 36 hours before departure (24 hours for US flights) and closes 45-60 minutes before takeoff. You can check in via their website or mobile app and use a mobile boarding pass.

Check-In Window

Opens
36 hours before departure (24 hours for flights to/from the USA)
Closes
45 minutes before domestic and European flights, 60 minutes before intercontinental flights

How to Check In Online — Step by Step

  1. 1Visit flytap.com or open the TAP Air Portugal app.
  2. 2Enter your booking reference (PNR) or e-ticket number and last name.
  3. 3Select the passengers you wish to check in.
  4. 4Choose your seat or accept the automatically assigned one.
  5. 5Add any extra baggage if needed.
  6. 6Download your mobile boarding pass or print it.
Go to TAP Air Portugal Check-In →

Check-In Methods

Online (Website)https://www.flytap.com/en-us/check-in-information
Mobile App✓ TAP Air Portugal app (iOS, Android)
Mobile Boarding Pass✓ Accepted
Airport Kiosk✓ Available at most airports

Documents Required

Booking reference (PNR) or e-ticket number, valid passport or ID card, and any required visas or health documents for your destination.

Seat Selection at Check-In

Free seat selection is available during booking for certain fares. For others, seats are assigned automatically at check-in, and changing them incurs a fee depending on the fare and seat type.

International Flight Check-In

For flights outside the Schengen Area or intercontinental journeys, passengers are subject to documentation checks by authorities. Passport details (APIS) must be provided during check-in.

Group & Family Check-In

You can check in up to 9 passengers in a single booking online. For larger groups, check-in must be completed at the airport or through the group booking portal.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

  1. 1'Check-in not available' - Ensure you are within the 36-hour window (24 hours for US flights).
  2. 2'Cannot complete check-in' - You may need to verify the credit card used for booking at the airport.
  3. 3'Boarding pass not issued' - Some airports require in-person document verification before issuing the pass.

Pro Tips

TAP offers Premium Check-in at Lisbon and Porto for Business, Economy Prime, and elite status passengers. If you have a stopover longer than 24 hours, you must retrieve your baggage at the intermediate stop.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I check in online for flights to the USA?
Yes, but online check-in for flights to or from the USA opens 24 hours before departure due to government restrictions.
Do I need to print my boarding pass?
No, you can use a mobile boarding pass on your smartphone or tablet.
What if I have baggage to check?
You can still check in online and drop your bags at the designated bag drop counters at the airport.

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