Refunds, Reimbursement, and Compensation: Tap Portugal - AirHelp

If you believe you may be entitled to flight delay compensation or flight cancellation compensation from Tap Air Portugal, you have arrived at the correct destination. We can clarify your air passenger rights and provide the necessary assistance to obtain up to US$650 compensation per person. Based on our records of Tap Air Portugal flights in recent times, there were 2038 departures during the last 24 hours, out of which 62.17% departed on time.

How many flights by Tap Air Portugal experienced a delay today?

• Our data shows that 4 flights by Tap Air Portugal were delayed for more than 3 hours within a 24-hour period.

• 0.27% of domestic flights and 0.18% of international flights by Tap Air Portugal were delayed more than 3 hours.

• If you arrive at your destination more than 3 hours late, you may be entitled to compensation. Check here.

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Compensation for a Delayed Flight by Tap Air Portugal

Even though Tap Air Portugal tries to keep to their schedule, flights may still arrive late. Fortunately, as a passenger, you are protected by air passenger rights when Tap Air Portugal flights are delayed.

Since Tap Air Portugal is based in the EU, nearly all of its flights are protected by EC 261, one of the most comprehensive laws globally protecting air passenger rights.

EC Regulation 261 gives passengers the right to claim compensation for delayed, cancelled, or overbooked flights that are not their fault.

There are some extraordinary circumstances such as bad weather or airport problems that may exempt airlines from paying compensation. However, if the delay is caused by technical issues or a strike by airline staff, you will likely be eligible for compensation under Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004.

Additionally, you generally have up to 3 years to make a claim for compensation for a delayed Tap Air Portugal flight. Just enter your flight information, and our user-friendly flight delay compensation calculator will determine if you qualify for monetary compensation, and our team of professionals will be available to help you obtain it.

How many Tap Air Portugal flights were cancelled today?

• Recent data indicates that Tap Air Portugal has cleared 163 within 24 hours.

• 9.38% of domestic flights and 7.69% of international flights have been cancelled.

• Are you entitled to compensation if your flight is cancelled with less than 14 days notice from the scheduled departure date? You may be entitled to compensation up to US$650. Check here.

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Flight Cancellation Compensation Tap Air Portugal

In the event of a Tap Air Portugal flight cancellation, European laws on air passenger rights are clear: Tap Air Portugal must offer you alternative transportation to get to your destination or, if you prefer, a refund.

Furthermore, if you received a notice regarding cancellation less than 14 days before departure, you may also be eligible to claim compensation of up to US$650 per person.

When Tap Air Portugal cancels flights, it will usually attempt to rebook passengers on another flight at no extra cost. If this does not work for you, you may request other changes or choose to no longer take the trip.

If Tap Air Portugal books you a new flight that arrives at a similar time to your original flight, it is not required to pay compensation. This is because your plans will have minimal disruption. However, in many cases, passengers whose flights are cancelled at the last minute have the right to file a claim for compensation against Tap Air Portugal.

These rights do not apply if the flight cancellation was caused by an event beyond Tap Air Portugal's control, such as severe weather conditions or an accident at the airport. Such events are referred to as exceptional circumstances.

Find out more about your right to compensation for a cancelled flight here.

Because Tap Air Portugal is based within the EU, almost all the flights they offer are protected by EC 261, one of the world's most comprehensive laws for air passenger rights.

EC Regulation 261 gives passengers the right to claim compensation when they have suffered delayed, canceled, or overbooked flights over which they are not at fault.

Passengers also have the right to seek compensation for earlier flights; it is often still possible to submit claims for flights in the last 3 years.

Which Tap Air Portugal flights are covered by EC Regulation 261?

The table shows values in € as specified in EC Regulation 261

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As with any law, there are exceptions and special circumstances that may affect any specific claim, including the amount due for compensation. AirHelp makes it easy to check compensation here.

Flight statistics: delays and cancellations of Tap Air Portugal

Punctuality of Tap Air Portugal (24 hours):

Total flights: 2038
On-time flights: 1267
Punctuality rate: about 62.17% of all flights were on time
Long delays (greater than 3 hours): 4
Flight cancellations: 163

The number of flights shown is an estimate based on internal and third-party databases.

TAP Air Portugal is the flag carrier airline of Portugal, headquartered at Lisbon Airport which also serves as its hub.