TAP Air Portugal to Launch New Orlando–Lisbon Nonstop Flights in October 2026

TAP Air Portugal is adding a new nonstop connection between Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Lisbon Airport (LIS), giving travelers in Central Florida a direct way to reach Portugal starting October 29, 2026. The new service is currently scheduled to operate three times a week and will also give travelers the option to connect through TAP’s Lisbon hub to destinations across Europe and beyond.

TAP has already opened the new Lisbon–Orlando route for bookings, including travel beginning October 29, confirming that the service is part of the airline’s current schedule.​​​​​​​

The new TAP service will connect Orlando International Airport with Lisbon three times a week.

The service is currently scheduled to begin on October 29, 2026, with flights operating on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays. The route will be operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, according to the published schedule information.

For Orlando-area travelers, the biggest benefit is the ability to fly directly between Central Florida and Portugal instead of requiring a connection on the Orlando–Lisbon journey.​​​​​​​

The new service gives travelers in the Orlando area another option for reaching Europe directly.

Instead of connecting through another U.S. or European airport, passengers traveling between Orlando and Lisbon can use the new nonstop service. This can make the journey simpler by removing a connection from the itinerary.

The route may also be useful for travelers who are not ending their trip in Portugal. Lisbon is an important part of TAP’s international network, allowing passengers to connect onward to other destinations after arriving from Orlando.

TAP already offers flights from Lisbon to destinations across Europe and other international markets, so travelers can potentially use Orlando as the starting point for a longer international itinerary.​​​​​​​

The new Orlando–Lisbon service will not operate daily when it launches.

TAP is currently scheduling three weekly flights, so travelers will need to check the operating days when planning their trip. The published schedule lists Monday, Thursday and Saturday service.

This means the route may not be the best option for every travel date, particularly for passengers looking for maximum flexibility.

Because airline schedules can change, travelers should check the latest availability and operating schedule before booking.​​​​​​​

TAP is scheduled to operate the new service with an Airbus A330-900neo, a widebody aircraft used by the airline on long-haul routes.

The aircraft is designed for long-distance international flights and will provide the capacity for TAP’s new transatlantic connection between Orlando and Lisbon.​​​​​​​

Travelers considering the new route should check the schedule carefully because service is currently limited to three days per week.

Before booking, passengers should confirm:

• The flight operates on their planned travel date
• The latest departure and arrival times
• Whether their final destination requires a connection in Lisbon
• The connection time if continuing beyond Portugal
• The latest fare and baggage conditions

TAP’s booking system is currently showing Lisbon–Orlando itineraries beginning October 29, 2026, confirming that the route is available for advance booking.

The new service gives Central Florida travelers another nonstop transatlantic option while expanding TAP’s U.S. network. For travelers planning fall and winter trips to Portugal or onward destinations, the Orlando–Lisbon route could provide a useful alternative to connecting through another airport.

Planning a trip from Orlando to Portugal or another international destination through Lisbon? MundoTrip is available 24×7 to help you review flight schedules, connection options and available itineraries. Our travel support team can help you compare your options and find guidance based on your travel dates and destination.​​​​​​​