All Classes: One carry-on bag, max 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 in, including handles/wheels), plus one personal item (e.g., purse, laptop bag), max 45 x 35 x 20 cm (18 x 14 x 8 in). Weight limits: Economy (10 kg/22 lbs, 8 kg/17 lbs outside Brazil), Premium Economy/Premium Business (16 kg/35 lbs). Brazil flights: max 10 kg for all classes.
Infants (under 2 years): One personal item (max 45 x 35 x 20 cm), plus one stroller, car seat, or bassinet free, meeting carry-on size limits if taken in cabin.
Liquids, Aerosols, Gels (LAGs): Containers up to 100 ml in a 1-liter transparent, resealable plastic bag (total volume ≤ 1 liter).
Notes: Strict size/weight checks at airports like Santiago (SCL), São Paulo (GRU), and Miami (MIA). Oversized/overweight carry-on sent to hold for ~$30 USD (domestic) or ~$60 USD (international). Bulkhead seats lack under-seat storage during takeoff/landing.
Checked Baggage
Max Limits: Each bag up to 23 kg (50 lbs) for Economy/Premium Economy, 32 kg (70.5 lbs) for Premium Business; max 158 cm (62 in, length + width + height). Flights to/from/via Argentina, Aruba, Cuba, Europe, Oceania, South Africa, Venezuela: max 32 kg (70.5 lbs). LATAM Brazil/Paraguay: max 45 kg (99 lbs) with excess fees. Oversized up to 300 cm (118 in).
Domestic Flights (Chile, Argentina, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil):
Basic Fare: No free checked baggage.
Plus Fare: 1 piece, 23 kg (50 lbs).
Top Fare: 2 pieces, 23 kg each.
International Flights:
Basic Fare: No free checked baggage.
Plus Fare: 1 piece, 23 kg (50 lbs).
Top Fare: 2 pieces, 23 kg each.
Premium Business: 3 pieces, 23 kg each.
Children (2+ years): Same allowance as adults.
Infants (under 2 years): 1 piece, max 23 kg (50 lbs), 158 cm (62 in), plus one stroller, car seat, or bassinet free.
LATAM Pass Benefits:
Platinum: +1 piece or 15 kg.
Black/Black Signature: +1 piece or 20 kg.
Notes: Pooling not allowed; each bag must meet weight limits. Codeshare flights follow Most Significant Carrier rules (except U.S./Canada, where first carrier’s policy applies). Check ticket for specifics.
Excess Baggage Fees (One-Way)
Domestic Flights (e.g., within Chile, Brazil):
Extra bag: ~$30–$70 USD online, ~$40–$140 USD at airport (e.g., Brazil R$70–140/~$13–$26 USD).
Overweight (23–45 kg): ~$30–$50 USD per bag or $50 USD per kg (Brazil domestic).
Oversized (158–300 cm): ~$50–$100 USD.
International Flights:
Extra bag: ~$60–$200 USD online, ~$80–$240 USD at airport.
Prepaid Baggage: Up to 20% discount if purchased >24 hours before departure.
Notes: Fees cumulative for overweight/oversized. Check exact rates on LATAM’s baggage calculator. Brazil domestic fees often lower for loyalty members.
Special Baggage
Sports Equipment (e.g., bicycles, golf clubs, scuba gear, surfboards): Counts as one checked bag if ≤23 kg (50 lbs), max 300 cm (118 in). Fees ~$30–$100 USD if exceeding allowance. Bicycles require flat tires, removed pedals, aligned handlebars. Sporting firearms need documentation, must be unloaded, packed safely.
Musical Instruments: Within carry-on limits (55 x 35 x 25 cm) or checked (max 45 kg/99 lbs, 41 x 42 x 90 cm; Brazil/Paraguay: 45 kg). Larger instruments require extra seat purchase (same fare, max 75 kg/165 lbs). Fees ~$30–$100 USD if checked.
Pets: Small cats/dogs in cabin (max 7 kg/15 lbs with carrier, 36 x 33 x 23 cm), ~$50–$200 USD. Larger pets in hold, ~$100–$300 USD. Advance booking, health certificate required. Assistance dogs free.
Wheelchairs/Mobility Devices: Free, no weight limit, with advance notice. Batteries in carry-on, terminals protected.
Strollers/Car Seats: Free for infants, not counted in allowance.
Notes: Special baggage must be pre-booked >48 hours before. No liability for fragile items in hold.
Carry-On Baggage: Sharp objects, firearms, liquids >100 ml, stun devices. One lighter allowed in transparent bag.
Notes: Check destination-specific rules (e.g., Brazil, Argentina). Oxygen cylinders only in checked baggage. Firearms/ammunition require permits, checked only.
Lost, Damaged, or Delayed Baggage
Reporting: Report immediately at airport baggage desk before leaving; file Property Irregularity Report (PIR) within 7 days (damage/loss) or 21 days (delay).
Liability: Max 1,288 Special Drawing Rights (~$1,800 USD) unless higher value declared. No liability for fragile/perishable items.
Notes: Retain receipts, claim tags, photos. Delivery for delayed bags to local address where permitted.
