Baggage – Recommendations, rules and related problems

Baggage

Answers to your questions about luggage during your whole journey.

What is the piece concept?

The piece concept is based on the number of pieces of luggage that passengers are allowed to carry.

What is the weight concept?

The weight concept is based on the total weight of luggage that passengers are allowed to carry.

Which concept (pieces or weight) does TAP use?

TAP currently uses the piece concept on all operating flights. The same applies to TAP Express flights.

What is hand luggage?

Hand luggage is the luggage you can take with you into the cabin of the aircraft.

What is checked luggage?

This is luggage that is transported in the aircraft hold.

How much checked luggage am I allowed to take?

It will depend on your flight ticket conditions. In accordance with International Occupational Health and Safety Standards, TAP does not carry bags or other pieces of luggage weighing more than 32 kg. Bags/volumes weighing more that 32kg must be carried as cargo.

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Do I have to pay for my checked luggage?

Yes. The number of pieces transport will depend on your fare class, the destination and your TAP Miles&Go Status.

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If I have excess luggage, where should I pay for extra luggage?

If you haven't purchased it in advance, you can pay for extra luggage at the airport on the day of the flight.

I'm travelling with a child. What luggage can I take?

If you're travelling with a child over 2 years old, he will be given the same baggage allowance as an adult. For infants up to 2 years of age, 1 piece of checked baggage with a maximum of 10kg is permitted, except when travelling in tap|discount. Please read all special conditions for travelling with children and babies here.

I'm a Gold TAP Miles&Go Client. Am I entitled to extra baggage?

Yes. One extra piece of checked baggage is allowed for:

Gold Clients from the TAP Miles&Go Miles Programme.

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Can I transport alcoholic drinks as if it were hand baggage?

You can transport alcoholic beverages of up to 70% alcohol. However, these rules must be followed:

When purchased outside the airport, the limits for the transportation of liquids on board must be respected.
When bought in the shops (inside the airport) follow the final destination's local authorities rules.
Handmade drinks are not allowed to be transported.
Alcoholic beverages transported as hand baggage may not be consumed on board.

Can I transport other liquids like hand baggage?

Yes. However, the transport of liquids on board is allowed only in containers with a capacity of up to 100 milliliters, and without exceeding the total of 1 liter per passenger. They should be packed in a clear plastic bag with easy closing and opening system, with a size of 19cm x 20cm.

Can I transport alcoholic drinks in the hold?

Yes, with the exception of homemade drinks. However, the rules for the transport of alcoholic beverages vary according to the percentage of alcohol:

Alcoholic drinks - up to 24% alcohol:
Beverages containing less than 24% of alcohol may be transported with the restriction that the quantity must not exceed the amount allowed by the air import laws of the destination's country. All drinks should be properly packaged in their own packaging, so as to prevent them from parting, and must be transported in the original packaging (retail packaging). TAP Air Portugal is not responsible for breaking containers or spilling alcoholic beverages.

Alcoholic beverages - volume of 24 to 70% alcohol:
Learn more about the transport of alcoholic beverages in point 5 "Scientific, professional and personal."

Can I transport televisions and other screens in the cabin or in the hold?

No For safety reasons, it is not allowed to transport this type of items. However, it is possible to carry these devices as cargo. For more information, check the TAP Air Cargo website.

Can I carry fragile items or electronic equipment on cabin or in the hold?

You can carry them in the cabin, but you should not carry them in the hold, as electronic equipment is fragile and can be damaged easily. If you are unable to transport your electronic equipment in the cabin — due to baggage limitations and capacity — we suggest that you transport it as cargo via TAP Air Cargo. To transport baggage items, visit the Special Baggage page and learn how to transport your items.