Double Bass · TAP Air Portugal (TP)

Policy Data

Double Bass on TAP Air Portugal

The double bass is transported as checked special baggage on TAP Air Portugal and must be pre-registered at least 48 hours before departure through the Contact Center.

At a Glance

Double Bass must be checked on TAP Air Portugal

Cabin

No

Extra Seat

No

Seat Type

N/A

Booking Method

TAP Contact Center (Voranmeldung als Sondergepäck erforderlich)

Max Dimensions

max. 300 cm Gesamtumfang (L + B + H), Gewicht je nach Tarif

Approx. Cost

Sperrgepäckgebühr je nach Strecke (ca. 100–200 EUR innereuropäisch, Langstrecke auf Anfrage)

Restrictions

Muss als aufgegebenes Sondergepäck vorangemeldet werden. Transport nur in stabilem Flightcase oder Hartschalenkoffer. Nicht auf allen Flugzeugtypen garantiert – bei Regionaljets kann die Beförderung abgelehnt werden.

Last verified: 2026-07-10. No guarantee — always confirm directly with TAP Air Portugal before booking.

Step by Step

How to book your Double Bass on TAP Air Portugal

  1. Contact the TAP Contact Center (+351 211 234 400) at least 48 hours before departure and register the double bass as special baggage.
  2. Provide the exact dimensions and weight of the instrument in its flight case so TAP can verify transport feasibility on the booked aircraft type.
  3. Pack the double bass in a sturdy flight case with interior padding and bring it to the oversized baggage counter on the day of departure.
  4. Collect the double bass after landing at the oversized baggage carousel — ask ground staff for the exact collection point.

Practical Tips

Good to Know

Use a flight case with wheels and padding at all contact points. Remove the endpin and secure the bridge with foam. Confirm in advance whether a wide-body aircraft (e.g., A330 or A321) operates on your route — double basses often do not fit in the hold of regional jets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the double bass be transported on all TAP flights?
No, on regional flights with smaller aircraft types (e.g., Embraer E190), transport may be refused due to limited hold space. TAP checks feasibility during pre-registration.
Is insurance available for the double bass?
TAP is liable under the Montreal Convention up to approximately EUR 1,400. For valuable instruments, we strongly recommend separate musical instrument transport insurance.

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