TAP Air Portugal·Star Alliance
TAP Baggage Fees & Allowance
TAP Baggage Fees & Allowance — Summary
TAP carry-on size limits, checked bag fees, weight limits, overweight and oversize charges, and who gets bags free. Updated policy summary with booking help.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Personal item: One personal item plus a cabin bag..
- Carry-on bag: One cabin bag up to 8 kg (17 lbs) plus a personal item in Economy.
- First checked bag: Included on Classic and above; charged on Discount and Basic..
- Second checked bag: Charged in Economy; included in Executive..
Personal item
One personal item plus a cabin bag.
Carry-on bag
One cabin bag up to 8 kg (17 lbs) plus a personal item in Economy. TAP weighs cabin bags at the gate on European sectors more often than on transatlantic ones. Maximum dimensions: 55 x 40 x 20 cm.
First checked bag
Included on Classic and above; charged on Discount and Basic.
Second checked bag
Charged in Economy; included in Executive.
Weight limits
23 kg (50 lbs) in Economy; 32 kg (70 lbs) in Executive.
Overweight bag charges
Charges apply from 23 kg to 32 kg.
Oversize bag charges
Over 158 cm total attracts an oversize charge.
Who gets bags free
Miles&Go Silver, Gold and Platinum members receive extra allowance, as do Star Alliance Gold members.
Sports and special equipment
Surfboards travel well on TAP given Portugal's surf tourism, and golf equipment is carried as standard checked baggage.
TAP baggage allowance & fees — common questions
What is the TAP carry-on size limit?
55 x 40 x 20 cm including wheels and handles. One cabin bag up to 8 kg (17 lbs) plus a personal item in Economy. TAP weighs cabin bags at the gate on European sectors more often than on transatlantic ones.
How much does a checked bag cost on TAP?
Included on Classic and above; charged on Discount and Basic. A second bag: Charged in Economy; included in Executive.
What is the TAP checked baggage weight limit?
23 kg (50 lbs) in Economy; 32 kg (70 lbs) in Executive. Charges apply from 23 kg to 32 kg.
Can I get a free checked bag on TAP?
Miles&Go Silver, Gold and Platinum members receive extra allowance, as do Star Alliance Gold members.
More TAP help
Booking TAP? Talk to a US travel consultant.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.