TAP Air Portugal is Portugal's flag carrier and a Star Alliance member, operating from its hub at Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) to destinations across Europe, Brazil, Africa, and North America. TAP has one of the strongest Brazil networks of any European carrier, reflecting historical ties between Portugal and Brazil. FaresMatch compares TAP fares with Iberia, Lufthansa, and all available options for your Portugal, Brazil, or Europe trip.
Trending TAP Air Portugal fares
One-way starting prices on popular TAP routes. Search above for live availability.
LisbonShoulder seasonEWR → LISNewark – Lisbon- Flight time
- 7h nonstop
- Airlines
- TAP
$320
PortoSpring travelLIS → OPOLisbon – Porto- Flight time
- 55m nonstop
- Airlines
- TAP
$49
Rio de JaneiroBook earlyLIS → GIGLisbon – Rio de Janeiro- Flight time
- 10h nonstop
- Airlines
- TAP
$420
São PauloFall travelLIS → GRULisbon – São Paulo- Flight time
- 10h 30m nonstop
- Airlines
- TAP
$450
Faro (Algarve)Summer travelLIS → FAOLisbon – Faro- Flight time
- 45m nonstop
- Airlines
- TAP
$59
LuandaMidweek dealLIS → LADLisbon – Luanda- Flight time
- 7h 30m nonstop
- Airlines
- TAP
$380
Popular TAP Air Portugal routes
Lisbon to Africa
EWR/BOS/IAD → LIS U.S. to Lisbon
TAP operates nonstops from Newark, Boston, and Washington to Lisbon — Portugal's main gateway.
LIS → OPO/FAO Lisbon to Portuguese cities
Frequent domestic connections from Lisbon to Porto, Faro (Algarve), and Madeira.
LIS → GIG/GRU Lisbon to Brazil
TAP has one of the strongest Lisbon–Brazil networks — nonstops to Rio, São Paulo, Brasília, and Recife.
LIS → LAD/MPM Lisbon to Africa
TAP connects Lisbon to Luanda, Maputo, and other Lusophone African destinations.
Tips for booking TAP Air Portugal flights
TAP offers a free stopover in Lisbon on transatlantic tickets — up to 5 nights at no extra airfare. Ideal for combining a Portugal visit with onward travel to Brazil or Africa.
TAP's Lisbon hub offers competitive U.S.–Brazil routing via Portugal, often at lower prices than routing through Miami or São Paulo on American carriers.
TAP is a Star Alliance member. Miles&Go earns and redeems on United, Lufthansa, and other partners. United MileagePlus members earn miles on TAP flights.
Frequently asked questions
Does TAP fly from the U.S.?
Yes — TAP operates nonstops from Newark, Boston, Washington Dulles, Miami, and San Francisco to Lisbon. From Lisbon, passengers connect to Portugal, Brazil, Africa, and Europe.
What is TAP's Lisbon stopover program?
TAP allows a free stopover of up to 5 nights in Lisbon on transatlantic tickets at no extra airfare — a great way to explore Portugal en route to Brazil or Africa.
Is Portugal in the Schengen Area?
Yes — Portugal is a Schengen member. U.S. citizens can visit visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period with a valid passport.
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