TAP Air Portugal Online Check-In Guide (2026)
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 Timing
| Airline | TAP Air Portugal (TP) |
|---|---|
| Check-In Opens | 36 hours before departure (24 hours for flights to/from the USA) |
| Check-In Closes | 45 minutes before domestic and European flights, 60 minutes before intercontinental flights |
| Check-In URL | https://www.flytap.com/en-us/check-in-information |
| Mobile App | TAP Air Portugal app (iOS, Android) |
| Mobile Boarding Pass | Yes |
| Airport Kiosk | Yes |
Step-by-Step Check-In Guide
1. Visit flytap.com or open the TAP Air Portugal app. 2. Enter your booking reference (PNR) or e-ticket number and last name. 3. Select the passengers you wish to check in. 4. Choose your seat or accept the automatically assigned one. 5. Add any extra baggage if needed. 6. Download your mobile boarding pass or print it.
Documents Needed
Booking reference (PNR) or e-ticket number, valid passport or ID card, and any required visas or health documents for your destination.
Seat Selection
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 Check-In Rules
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 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
1. 'Check-in not available' - Ensure you are within the 36-hour window (24 hours for US flights). 2. 'Cannot complete check-in' - You may need to verify the credit card used for booking at the airport. 3. 'Boarding pass not issued' - Some airports require in-person document verification before issuing the pass.
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.