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TAP Air Portugal upgrades
TAP Air Portugal offers an upgrade program: eligible passengers can place a bid to upgrade to a premium cabin (such as Premium Economy or Business), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
Check your TAP Air Portugal upgrade eligibility
See if your booking can be upgraded — enter your booking reference and last name in a secure form, right in the chat. Your details are never shared with the assistant.
Check eligibility →Products offered
- Bid UpgradeOpen page →
Offer an amount within a set range to upgrade to a higher cabin or cabin category. You're only charged if your bid is accepted — if it loses, there's no charge.
- Seat Blocker (Empty Seat)Open page →
Pay to keep the seat(s) next to you empty for more personal space — branded by carriers as Empty Seat, Neighbour-Free Seat, Double Comfort, Bubble Seat, and similar.
- Cabin upgrade paths
- Economy → Premium Economy · Economy → Business
- How to upgrade
- Visit TAP Air Portugal's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.flytap.com/en-ca/manage-booking/extras/upgrades/auctions
- Loyalty program
- Miles&Go
From TAP Air Portugal's own upgrade pages
“s Take part in our auctions and secure an Upgrade to Economy Prime (on long-haul flights) or Business, and travel in greater comfort. Available auctions Take advantage of the opportunity to enhance your flight experience with our Upgrade auctions. Place your bid using cash or miles and travel with g…”
Source: flytap.com · checked Sep 21, 2026
“e selected. Upon successful payment, you will receive a confirmation email. Terms and Conditions Terms and Conditions This service is only available during the online Check-in process for bookings in Economy and on flights operated by TAP, on its behalf, or by TAP Express; This service is subject to…”
Source: flytap.com · checked Sep 21, 2026
“to / from the USA) or a message in the bidding application (if you choose to place a bid within the last 36 hours before departure or within the last 24 hours for flights to / from the USA). If the amount is not accepted, you will not be charged anything and the conditions of your original ticket wi…”
Source: flytap.com · checked Sep 21, 2026
Frequently asked
Does TAP Air Portugal offer upgrades?
TAP Air Portugal offers an upgrade program: eligible passengers can place a bid to upgrade to a premium cabin (such as Premium Economy or Business), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
What upgrade options does TAP Air Portugal offer?
TAP Air Portugal offers Bid Upgrade, Seat Blocker (Empty Seat). Upgrade paths cover Economy → Premium Economy; Economy → Business.
How does TAP Air Portugal's bid (offer) upgrade work?
You name an amount — within a range shown for your booking — to move up to a higher cabin. It's an offer, not a fixed price: you're only charged if TAP Air Portugal accepts it. If your offer isn't accepted you pay nothing and keep your original seat.
How do I check if my TAP Air Portugal booking can be upgraded?
Check your specific booking with Upgrade Agent: enter your booking reference and last name and you'll see the upgrade options and price ranges available on your flights — you don't need to dig through TAP Air Portugal's website. Visit TAP Air Portugal's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.flytap.com/en-ca/manage-booking/extras/upgrades/auctions
Who is eligible for a TAP Air Portugal upgrade?
Eligibility depends on your fare type, route, and how close to departure you are — not every fare or flight qualifies, and offers usually open within a window before departure. The reliable way to know is to check your specific booking rather than assume.
When am I charged for a TAP Air Portugal upgrade?
Only if your offer is accepted. With bid upgrades the charge happens when the upgrade is confirmed — typically in the days before departure. If your offer isn't accepted, there's no charge.
How will I know if my TAP Air Portugal upgrade offer was accepted?
TAP Air Portugal notifies you — usually by email — if your offer is accepted, typically shortly before departure. Until then your original booking stands, and you can review your offer's status where you submitted it.
Can I change or cancel my TAP Air Portugal upgrade offer?
A pending offer can usually be changed or cancelled any time before it's accepted, from the page where you submitted it. Once an offer is accepted and charged, the upgrade is confirmed.
How much does a TAP Air Portugal upgrade cost?
There's no fixed price — you offer within a range shown for your booking, which varies by route, cabin, and demand. You choose where in that range to bid; higher offers can have a better chance of being accepted, though the exact acceptance formula isn't published.
Can I keep the seat next to me empty on TAP Air Portugal?
TAP Air Portugal offers an empty-seat option — you can offer to keep the adjacent seat (or seats) free for more space, subject to availability. As with bid upgrades, you're only charged if the request is granted.
Can I use Miles&Go points or miles for a TAP Air Portugal upgrade?
TAP Air Portugal's loyalty program is Miles&Go. Depending on the route and the offer shown on your booking, upgrades may be payable with points/miles as well as cash — the options available appear when you check your specific booking.
What cabins can I upgrade to on TAP Air Portugal?
Upgrade paths on TAP Air Portugal cover Economy → Premium Economy; Economy → Business. The exact options depend on your booked cabin and the specific flight.
Can I change or cancel my TAP Air Portugal upgrade bid after submitting it?
Yes — a TAP Air Portugal upgrade bid can be changed or cancelled any time until TAP Air Portugal makes its decision. Once a bid is accepted it's final and your card is charged. To update or withdraw it, use TAP Air Portugal's Manage My Booking / offer page, or check your booking here (booking ••••••e + last name) and I can help you modify or cancel it.
When is my card charged for a TAP Air Portugal upgrade bid?
Only if your bid is accepted. Submitting a TAP Air Portugal upgrade bid authorizes your card for the bid amount, but nothing is charged unless TAP Air Portugal accepts it — if the bid is declined or expires, the authorization is released and you pay nothing, keeping your original cabin. If it's accepted, the card you provided is charged the amount you offered and your upgrade is confirmed.
When will I find out if my TAP Air Portugal upgrade bid was accepted?
TAP Air Portugal decides upgrade bids before your flight — often close to departure, once the operator knows how much cabin space is left. You'll be notified by email either way at the address on your offer. You don't need to keep checking, but you can see your bid's current status any time by checking your booking here (booking ••••••e + last name) or on TAP Air Portugal's Manage My Booking page.