Discover TAP Air Portugal's Top 5 Longest Narrowbody Routes to Brazil and Beyond!

Overview

TAP Air Portugal, the largest airline in the country, has a vast route network that includes medium- to long-haul flights primarily using its Airbus A321LR aircraft. This article highlights the top five longest narrowbody routes operated by TAP, focusing on destinations that span across the Atlantic.

Longest Routes

1. Belém (BEL) to Lisbon (LIS)
   • Distance: 3,726 miles
   • TAP operates this route exclusively with 20 flights monthly and no competitors.
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2. Recife (REC) to Lisbon (LIS)
   • Distance: 3,628 miles
   • TAP is the only carrier on this route, providing 34 flights in September 2024.

3. Washington DC (IAD) to Lisbon (LIS)
   • Distance: 3,592 miles
   • The route has 59 flights scheduled in September 2024.
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4. Toronto (YYZ) to Lisbon (LIS)
   • Distance: 3,576 miles
   • This route is the busiest with 60 flights planned for September 2024.

5. Natal (NAT) to Lisbon (LIS)
   • Distance: 3,496 miles
   • Offers 26 flights in September 2024.

Aircraft and Capacity

TAP's Airbus A321LR fleet consists of 13 units with a maximum range of 4,000 nautical miles. Each aircraft can accommodate 171 passengers across three classes: business, economy plus, and economy.

Key Insights

• Most of TAP's longest narrowbody routes cater to Brazilian destinations, highlighting the importance of this market to the airline.
• The routes are strategically operated to maximize capacity and serve high-demand travel corridors between Portugal and key North and South American cities.