Chile / BrazilNone (Delta joint venture partner)LATAM PassInternational Airlines Serving the US
LATAM Airlines Overview & Policy Summary
LATAM is South America's largest airline group, connecting US gateways to Santiago, São Paulo, Lima and Bogotá with extensive onward domestic networks in Chile, Brazil, Peru, Colombia and Ecuador. It left oneworld and now partners with Delta, so SkyMiles earn and redeem across its network.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Carry-on: One carry-on up to 10 kg (22 lbs) plus a personal item on international routes..
- First checked bag: Charged on Basic and Light; included on Plus and above.
- Changes: Basic is non-changeable.
- Check-in: 48 hours before departure..
LATAM help topics
Detailed answers on the ten things travellers ask most after booking.
LATAM at a glance
Baggage
One carry-on up to 10 kg (22 lbs) plus a personal item on international routes.
Full baggage rulesChanges
Basic is non-changeable. Light and Plus change for a fee; Top changes free plus fare difference.
How to change a flightCheck-in
48 hours before departure. 45 minutes for South American domestic flights.
Check-in and boarding cutoffsLATAM fare types
| Fare | Includes | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | A personal item and carry-on on international routes. | No checked bag, no changes, no seat selection. |
| Plus | Checked bag and seat selection. | Changes for a fee. |
| Premium Business | Lie-flat seat on 787 and 777 aircraft, two checked bags and lounge access. | Regional Premium Economy is a blocked-middle economy product, not a lie-flat cabin. |
Hubs
- Santiago (SCL)
- São Paulo (GRU)
- Lima (LIM)
- Bogotá (BOG)
Boeing 787 and 777 widebodies with a large Airbus A320-family narrowbody fleet — the largest airline group in South America.
Popular routes
- Miami (MIA) → São Paulo (GRU)
- New York (JFK) → Santiago (SCL)
- Los Angeles (LAX) → Lima (LIM)
- Miami (MIA) → Lima (LIM)
LATAM frequently asked questions
Do Delta SkyMiles work on LATAM?
Yes. LATAM left oneworld and now operates a joint venture with Delta, so SkyMiles earn and redeem across the LATAM network with reciprocal Medallion benefits. American AAdvantage no longer earns on LATAM.
Compare with other international airlines serving the us
Book LATAM with a real consultant
We confirm live fares, seat availability and the exact baggage and change rules attached to your fare before you pay — then stay with you through any change, cancellation or claim.