TAP Air Portugal offers various options for changing flights, with policies and fees that depend on the fare type purchased and the timing of the change. Here's an overview:
Fare Types and Change Flexibility:
Discount Fare:
- Flexibility: Lowest price, minimal flexibility.
- Changes: Typically, changes are not permitted or come with high fees.
Basic Fare:
- Flexibility: Economical with some flexibility.
- Changes: Allowed with applicable fees and fare differences.
Classic Fare:
- Flexibility: Moderate flexibility, includes seat booking.
- Changes: Permitted with fees and any fare differences.
Plus Fare:
- Flexibility: High flexibility for flight changes.
- Changes: Changes allowed, often with reduced fees; fare differences may apply.
Executive Fare:
- Flexibility: Business Class benefits with flexibility.
- Changes: Changes permitted, subject to fees and fare differences.
General Guidelines:
Change Fees and Fare Differences: When making changes, passengers are responsible for any fare differences between the original and new flights. Specific change fees depend on the fare type and route.
How to Change Flights:
- Online: Access the "Manage Booking" section on the TAP Air Portugal website.
- Contact Center: Reach out to TAP's customer service for assistance.
Time to Think Option:
- Feature: Allows passengers to hold a reservation for up to 10 days for a fee, securing the fare and conditions.
