TAP Portugal expands its network in Brazil by adding Florianópolis to its list of destinations. A dynamic and enchanting city, Florianópolis becomes the eleventh Brazilian city served by TAP, offering new travel and discovery opportunities to passengers in search of sun, beaches and Brazilian culture.
A new chapter for TAP Air Portugal
On Tuesday September 3rd at 5.16pm local time, TAP Air Portugal marked an important milestone by landing at Florianópolis airport. This inaugural flight from Lisbon ushers in a new era for air links between Europe and southern Brazil, making TAP the only airline to regularly serve this route.
Capacity and services
With three weekly flights operated by Airbus A330-200s, TAP will now offer 807 seats a week for passengers travelling between Lisbon and Florianópolis. The aircraft used for this route, configured for passenger transport, include models bearing the registrations CS-TON, CS-TOO and CS-TOP.
TAP's Brazilian network
Brazil is a key international market for TAP Air Portugal, with 13 different routes linking Lisbon to several major Brazilian cities. In addition to new routes to Florianópolis, TAP serves destinations such as Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Fortaleza, among others.
Flight schedules
Here are the detailed timetables for connections between Lisbon and Florianópolis:
- Tuesday/Thursday/SaturdayTP 109 departs Lisbon at 10:10/10:40/11:00 and arrives in Florianópolis at 5:15/17:45/18:05.
- Tuesday/Thursday/SaturdayTP 110 departs Florianópolis at 19:35/20:15/20:40 and arrives in Lisbon at 09:50/10:30/10:55+1.
Future prospects
In November, TAP also plans to launch flights between Lisbon and Manaus, via Belem, using Airbus A321neo aircraft. In addition, Porto Alegre airport, closed for international operations, is due to reopen in December, with TAP aspiring to return to this route in 2025.
Benefits for travellers
This new route will offer huge advantages to passengers, enabling them to travel more easily between Europe and southern Brazil. With a significant increase in capacity and flight frequency, TAP is not only responding to growing passenger demand, but is also helping to strengthen trade and tourism links between the two regions.
Economic impact
TAP's new air links to Florianópolis are expected to boost the local economy by promoting tourism and boosting trade. The expansion also reinforces Lisbon's position as a major European hub for routes to South America.
On-board equipment
The Airbus A330-200 aircraft used for these flights are equipped with comfortable seats in economy and business classes, offering each passenger an excellent flying experience. In-flight entertainment and gourmet meals are provided to make the journey enjoyable.
List of Brazilian cities served by TAP
| City | Number of flights per week |
|---|---|
| Florianópolis | 3 |
| Belo Horizonte | 7 |
| Brasilia | 7 |
| Fortaleza | 9 |
| Maceió | 3 |
| Natal | 6 |
| Recife | 13 |
| Rio de Janeiro | 12 |
| Salvador | 7 |
| São Paulo | 21 |
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