TAP Air Portugal Launches New Lisbon-Athens Route on July 1st
Athens, January 22, 2026 – TAP Air Portugal, the national airline of Portugal, is set to launch a new direct flight route between Lisbon and Athens, with the inaugural flight scheduled for July 1st. The service will operate five times a week, significantly boosting travel options between the two European capitals.
Flight Schedule and Aircraft Information
Flights from Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) will depart at 21:30 every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The flights are scheduled to arrive at Athens International Airport (ATH) at 03:40 AM the following day. In the reverse direction, flights will depart from Athens at 04:40 AM every Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, arriving in Lisbon at 07:15 AM local time.
During the summer months, the route will be serviced by Airbus A320neo aircraft, known for their fuel efficiency and modern amenities. For the winter IATA season, the airline will utilize Embraer E190 aircraft for this route.
Ticket Information and Booking
Round-trip tickets for the Lisbon-Athens route are now available for purchase. Fares start from 119 euros, inclusive of all taxes. Travelers can book their flights through the official TAP Air Portugal website, www.flytap.com, or via authorized travel agents.
TAP Air Portugal: A Global Hub
Established in 1945, TAP Air Portugal is headquartered in Lisbon, strategically positioned as a prime European hub connecting to Africa, North, Central, and South America. The airline holds a leading position globally for connections between Europe and Brazil.
The airline currently operates over 1,000 flights per week, serving 75 cities across various continents. This includes 6 airports in Portugal, 10 in North America, 14 in Central and South America, 13 in Africa, and 38 in Europe (excluding Portugal).
Modern Fleet and Future Outlook
TAP Air Portugal boasts one of the youngest fleets worldwide, composed entirely of new-generation Airbus NEO aircraft, including the A320neo, A321neo, A321LR, and A330neo. Additionally, its regional fleet, known as TAP Express, comprises 19 Embraer aircraft.
The introduction of the Lisbon-Athens route is expected to further enhance TAP Air Portugal’s network and provide travelers with more convenient options for exploring both Portugal and Greece. This expansion underscores the airline’s commitment to strengthening its presence in key European markets and offering seamless connectivity to its global network.
The new route is anticipated to cater to both leisure and business travelers, fostering increased tourism and economic exchange between the two nations. The airline’s extensive network and modern fleet are expected to contribute to a comfortable and efficient travel experience for passengers on this new service.
Source: https://www.travel.gr/how_to_travel/travel-news/i-portogaliki-etaireia-tap-xekina-ptisei/
