Airline

TAP Air Portugal

Portugal ยท IATA: TP

Strollers: Carry-on if under 55x40x20 cm Car seats: Allowed Sleep devices: Not allowed

Policies verified March 2026

TAP Air Portugal provides a full-service family experience on intercontinental routes, with bassinets, baby kits, and families with children under 5 boarding first. Kids' meals are available and the overall amenity package is solid. However, inflatable sleep devices are banned despite Flyaway Kids Bed appearing in some listings, and the 40 cm car seat width limit is restrictive. Good for families heading to Portugal or connecting through Lisbon to South America.

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TAP Air Portugal Baby Gear Policies

Can I bring a stroller on TAP Air Portugal?

Conditions
Carry-on if under 55x40x20 cm
Gate check: Free

TAP Air Portugal allows compact foldable strollers in the cabin if space is available. Gate check is free for one stroller per child. Specific cabin dimensions are not published, so bring a compact model to be safe. A reasonable policy for an intercontinental carrier.

Can I use a car seat on TAP Air Portugal?

Conditions
Allowed
Forward and rear-facing. Any (FAA, EASA, etc.) certified.

TAP Air Portugal accepts car seats with any major certification and enforces a 40 cm maximum seat width. Both forward and rear-facing are allowed, and gate check is available. The width limit is on the tighter side, so check the table below to confirm your car seat fits.

Does TAP Air Portugal allow toddler airplane beds?

Banned
Not allowed

TAP officially bans inflatable and convertible sleep devices, though the Flyaway Kids Bed may be accepted despite the formal policy. Do not count on this inconsistency. If a sleep device is essential for your flight, contact TAP ahead of time or choose a carrier with explicit approval.

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Does TAP Air Portugal have bassinets?

Yes

Bassinets available on intercontinental flights. Max weight 11 kg.

What meals does TAP Air Portugal offer for children?

Yes

Does TAP Air Portugal offer family preboarding?

Yes

Families with children under 5 board first.

How much checked baggage do infants get on TAP Air Portugal?

2 items free

Two items of baby equipment per child checked free.

How much does a lap infant cost on TAP Air Portugal?

Low cost

Does TAP Air Portugal provide complimentary strollers?

No

TAP Air Portugal does not offer complimentary strollers at the airport.

Other family amenities on TAP Air Portugal

In-flight entertainment Yes
Changing tables Some aircraft
Baby kit Yes
Baby kits provided on intercontinental flights.
Family check-in No
Family seating Best effort

TAP delivers a solid family experience on intercontinental routes with bassinets, baby kits, and early boarding for families with young children. The sleep device ban is disappointing, but the overall amenity package is competitive for a southern European carrier. Good for families heading to Portugal or connecting through Lisbon.