On September 3, 2024, TAP Air Portugal will begin flying to Florianpolis, a strategic move into the capital of Santa Catarina, Brazil.The airline is setting up three weekly direct flights from Lisbon to Herclio Luz International Airport.This initiative positions Florianpolis as TAPs twelfth Brazilian destination and bolsters the air link between Brazil and Europe.Previously, TAP connected eight European cities directly to Brazil, creating gateways from Berlin, Hamburg, Dsseldorf, Frankfurt, Munich, Vienna, Zurich, and Geneva.Prospective travelers can now secure tickets starting at 599 euros for a round trip.
Sales are open on flytap.com and at various travel agencies.TAP Air Portugal Expands to Florianpolis with New Flights.
(Photo Internet reproduction)For this route, TAP is deploying an Airbus A330-200, outfitted with 269 seats244 in economy and 25 in business class.The journey spans roughly 11 hours, with departures from Lisbon scheduled between 10:10 and 10:50 AM and arrivals in Florianpolis between 5:15 and 5:55 PM.Return flights leave Florianpolis between 7:35 and 8:40 PM, touching down in Lisbon the following morning.TAPs Strategic ExpansionLus Rodrigues, TAPs CEO, has expressed that this new connection was planned carefully.This timing is crucial, especially with recent adversities like the Rio Grande do Sul disaster and Porto Alegre Airport closure.Rodrigues is keen on reinforcing TAPs role as a key player for travelers in both Europe and Brazil.Even with the cessation of services to Porto Alegre, TAPs summer schedule remains robust.
The airline offers 95 weekly flights linking 11 Brazilian capitals during peak season.TAP expands, linking 12 Brazilian cities, including So Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and now Florianpolis, directly to Portugal.The expansion by TAP is not just about maintaining a high number of flights; its about strategic positioning and service excellence.This dedication has earned TAP accolades from the World Travel Awards as the top European airline to South America for a decade.Additionally, the airline has been honored with the prestigious MICE Award for outstanding service.In short, this expansion into Florianpolis underscores TAPs commitment to bridging continents, enhancing economic ties, and enriching cultural exchanges.