TAP Air Portugal Adds Curitiba to Its Map, Expanding Access to Brazil’s South
TAP Air Portugal will introduce a new air connection between Lisbon and Curitiba, the capital of Paraná in southern Brazil, beginning on July 2, 2026. The airline plans to operate three flights a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays on an Airbus A330-200 with a capacity of 269 passengers. The flights will follow a triangular route connecting Lisbon, Curitiba, and Rio de Janeiro. Ticket sales are scheduled to begin on November 11, 2025.
With Curitiba added, TAP now serves 14 destinations in Brazil, underscoring its goal to strengthen air links between Europe and South America. The airline already serves the following Brazilian cities:
- São Paulo
- Rio de Janeiro
- Brasília
- Belo Horizonte
- Recife
- Fortaleza
- Salvador
- Belém
- Natal
- Porto Alegre
- Maceió
- Manaus
- Porto
- Curitiba (from 2026).
This trend reflects a broader effort by airlines to strengthen regional networks and distribute passenger traffic more evenly across Brazil.
Curitiba is recognized for its carefully designed city layout, sustainable urban approach, and efficient public transport network. Curitiba is widely seen as one of the most efficiently planned cities in Brazil, admired for its abundance of parks, lush green areas, and contemporary architecture. The Oscar Niemeyer Museum is one of Curitiba's most notable landmarks. Its bold contemporary design and creative exhibitions attract visitors from around the world. The Botanical Garden is distinguished by its elegant glass pavilion, a beloved city icon appreciated by locals and visitors from afar.
Travelers who come to Curitiba can explore the Paraná region, well known for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural traditions. The main attraction is the Iguazu Falls, located on the border between Argentina and Paraguay. Coastal cities such as Morretes and Paranaguá feature traditional markets and colonial architecture. These regions demonstrate how the expansion of international air routes has made it easier for visitors to access a variety of tourist experiences.
The launch of the Lisbon–Curitiba route signals further diversification of Brazil's international aviation network. For travelers, this means more direct connections between Europe and southern Brazil without the need for transfers at major transport hubs. This initiative shows a continued effort by airlines to improve domestic links and give travelers access to a broader selection of routes. It also promotes sustainable tourism in different regions of Brazil.