TAP Air Portugal Baggage Fees (2026)
Quick summary
TAP Air Portugal is Portugal's full-service flag carrier, with an Economy cabin split into Discount, Basic, Classic, and Plus fares plus an Executive (Business) class. Every fare includes a free personal item (40 x 30 x 15 cm, up to 2kg) and a full cabin bag (55 x 40 x 25 cm, up to 10kg). The cheapest Discount fare carries no free checked bag, while Classic and Plus include one or two 23kg bags. Baggage is priced in euros and varies by route and season, so confirm in Manage Booking before you pay.
At a glance
🎒 Personal item
Free on every fare: one personal item up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm and a maximum of 2kg that must fit under the seat in front of you.
🧳 Carry-on
A full cabin bag up to 55 x 40 x 25 cm and a maximum of 10kg is included on every fare, stowed in the overhead bin. On full flights TAP may gate-check a compliant cabin bag at no charge.
TAP Air Portugal checked bag fees
| Economy Discount | No free checked bag (must be purchased) |
| Economy Basic / Classic | 1 × 23kg bag included |
| Economy Plus | 2 × 23kg bags included |
| Executive (Business) | 2 × 32kg bags included |
| Max checked bag size / weight (Economy) | 158 cm total dimensions, up to 23kg |
🔁 Change & cancellation
Discount and Basic are the most restrictive fares: changes incur a fee plus any fare difference and the ticket is largely non-refundable (taxes may be refundable). Classic allows changes for a fee, and Plus/Executive offer the most flexible rebooking and refund terms. Check the exact fare conditions at the time of booking.
Other common fees
| First checked bag on Discount (within Europe) | from about €30–€60 prepaid, route dependent (EUR) |
| First checked bag on Discount (intercontinental) | from about €85+ (EUR) |
| Overweight bag (23–32kg) | extra fee, route dependent (EUR) |
| Advance seat reservation | from a few euros, varies by route (EUR) |
How to avoid extra fees
- Every fare includes both a personal item and a full 10kg cabin bag, so a short trip with hand baggage only can cost nothing extra.
- On the cheapest Discount fare the checked bag is NOT included — compare adding a bag vs. booking the Basic or Classic fare which includes a 23kg bag.
- Always pre-pay checked bags online or in Manage Booking — airport prices are higher than online.
- Miles&Go Gold, Navigator, or Star Alliance Gold members get one extra checked bag free regardless of fare type.
- High-season surcharges apply on transatlantic routes during summer, so the euro bag price changes with the travel date — check before you pay.
TAP Air Portugal baggage — FAQ
Does TAP Air Portugal's cheapest fare include a checked bag?
No. The Economy Discount fare includes a free personal item and a full cabin bag but no free checked bag. Any checked bag must be purchased, or you can book the Basic or Classic fare which includes one 23kg bag.
What is TAP's hand baggage allowance?
One personal item up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm (max 2kg) plus one full cabin bag up to 55 x 40 x 25 cm (max 10kg) on every fare.
How much is a checked bag on TAP Air Portugal?
On the Discount fare the first checked bag starts from about €30–€60 prepaid within Europe and €85+ on intercontinental routes. Prices are in euros and vary by route, season, and how early you pay.
Sources
This guide is independent and not affiliated with TAP Air Portugal. Baggage fees and policies change often and vary by route, fare type, and date — always confirm on the airline's official website before booking or flying.