TAP Air Portugal is set to recommence flights to Porto Alegre, the capital of Rio Grande do Sul state in Brazil. The service is now scheduled to restart on April 1, 2025.
The airline will operate three weekly flights using its modern A330-900neo aircraft, which can accommodate 298 passengers.
Flight Schedule and Details
The airline will schedule flights between Lisbon and Porto Alegre on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Departing Lisbon at 13:05, the flight arrives in Porto Alegre at 20:25 local time.
It will operate with a total flight time of 11 hours and 20 minutes. This route represents one of the longest in TAP’s network of destinations.
Return flights will depart Porto Alegre at 21:55, landing at Humberto Delgado airport at 12:45. Ticket prices start at £540, inclusive of all taxes and charges.
Background on Airport Closure
Authorities temporarily closed Salgado Filho International Airport in Porto Alegre on May 3rd following significant flooding caused by heavy rainfall in the Rio Grande do Sul state. The natural disaster severely impacted the airport’s infrastructure, necessitating extensive recovery efforts.
TAP’s Brazilian Connectivity
As Europe’s most connected airline to Brazil, TAP operates nearly 100 weekly flights to 13 Brazilian cities.
The airline provides direct routes from Lisbon to major Brazilian destinations including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Belém, Belo Horizonte, Brasília, and several others.
About TAP Air Portugal
Established in 1945, TAP is Portugal’s leading airline and has been a Star Alliance member since 2005. The airline’s hub in Lisbon serves as a strategic access point connecting Europe with Africa, North, Central, and South America.
Fleet and Achievements
TAP has distinguished itself through fleet modernization and commitment to customer experience. The airline operates one of the world’s youngest fleets, exclusively using Airbus’ next-generation NEO aircraft, which offer superior efficiency and reduced emissions. The fleet includes A320neo, A321neo, A321LR, and A330neo models, complemented by 19 Embraer regional aircraft.
The airline ranks among the 25 safest airlines globally, recognized for its excellence. TAP has consistently won World Travel Awards for Europe’s Leading Airline to Africa and South America from 2014 to 2025, demonstrating its sustained quality and service excellence.
Network and Reach
TAP’s extensive network spans 85 cities across 30 countries, including airports in Portugal, North America, Central and South America, Africa, and Europe. This comprehensive route network underscores the airline’s global connectivity and strategic positioning in international air travel.
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