Is seat selection free on TAP Air Portugal?

Advance seat selection is included free of charge on Classic and Plus Economy fares, as well as Executive and Top Executive Business Class tickets. For Discount and Basic fares, advance seat reservation is optional for an extra fee, or passengers receive a complimentary random seat during online check-in.

What is EconomyXtra on TAP Air Portugal?

EconomyXtra is an enhanced Economy seating section located in the forward cabin of Airbus narrowbody aircraft (marked with red headrests). It offers up to 34 inches of pitch (extra legroom), adjustable ergonomic headrests, dedicated overhead bin storage, and USB/AC charging ports.

When can I choose my seat on TAP Air Portugal?

Passengers can choose their seat during initial booking, anytime via 'Manage Booking' up until departure, or during online check-in (opening 36 hours prior to departure, or 24 hours for US routes).

What seats are offered in TAP Executive Class?

On long-haul Airbus A330-900neo widebodies and long-range A321LR narrowbodies, TAP Executive Class features 180-degree lie-flat beds with direct aisle access for most or all seats, luxury bedding by Castelbel, and personal entertainment touchscreens.

TAP Air Portugal Seat Selection: EconomyXtra, Seat Pitch & Executive Lie-Flat

Selecting the ideal seat on TAP Air Portugal ensures a comfortable flight whether traveling on European regional corridors or transatlantic long-haul flights to the Americas and Africa.

Seat Selection by Fare Family

Discount & Basic Fares: Advance seat selection is optional and available for purchase. If you choose not to reserve a seat in advance, a seat will be assigned automatically and free of charge during online check-in.
Classic & Plus Fares: Complimentary standard seat selection is included at the time of booking.
Executive & Top Executive Fares: Advance reservation of fully flat lie-flat business suites is complimentary with your ticket.

EconomyXtra: Enhanced Legroom

On Airbus A320, A321, and A330 aircraft, TAP designates the forward rows of the Economy cabin as EconomyXtra (identifiable by distinctive red headrest covers):

Extra Legroom: Enjoy up to 34 inches of pitch (providing up to 4 to 5 inches of additional space over standard slimline rows).
Dedicated Overhead Storage: Bin space directly above EconomyXtra rows is reserved exclusively for these passengers.
In-Seat Power: Equipped with AC power outlets and USB ports to keep your electronic devices charged.
Booking Access: Complimentary for Plus fare passengers, Miles&Go Navigator/Gold elites, and Star Alliance Gold members; available as an add-on upgrade for Discount, Basic, and Classic travelers.

Cabin Layouts & Seating Specifications

1. Standard Economy Class

Aircraft: Airbus A319, A320, A321, A321LR, A330-900neo, Embraer 190/195 (TAP Express).
Pitch & Width: Standard pitch ranges from 28 to 31 inches with standard recline.
In-Flight Comfort: Ergonomic Recaro seats; complimentary hot meals, Portuguese wine, and seatback touchscreens on long-haul routes; buy-on-board catering on short European sectors.

2. European Business Class (Short-Haul)

Aircraft: Airbus A320-family and Embraer regional jets.
Layout: Standard 3-3 seating with the middle seat kept vacant for guaranteed privacy and elbow room. Includes premium hot meal service, priority boarding, and lounge access.

3. Long-Haul Executive Class

Aircraft: Airbus A330-900neo (widebody) & Airbus A321LR (long-range narrowbody).
Bed Type: Full 180-degree flat beds extending over 76 inches in length.
Layout: 1-2-1 direct aisle access on the A330neo; alternating 1-1 ("throne" suites) and 2-2 on the A321LR. Includes fine dining, Portuguese sommelier-selected wines, and Castelbel luxury amenity kits.

How to Select Your Seat

Go to flytap.com or open the TAP Air Portugal mobile app.
Click Manage Booking and enter your 6-character booking reference (PNR) and surname.
Access the Seats menu and view the aircraft seat map.
Select your preferred seat and confirm any applicable payments securely.