LATAM Airlines Baggage Policy and Size Limits

LATAM Airlines Baggage Policy and Size Limits

LATAM Airlines Group and its affiliate LATAM Airlines Chile enforce standardized baggage allowances across domestic flights in South America and international routes. What you can bring on board or check into the cargo hold depends on your ticketed fare family (Basic, Light, Plus, or Top) and cabin class. Knowing your exact size and weight limits before arriving at the airport helps you avoid unexpected desk charges and high gate-check penalties.

LATAM Airlines allows every passenger one free personal item measuring up to 45 x 35 x 20 cm (17.7 x 13.8 x 7.8 in) that fits under the seat. Standard carry-on bags measuring up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 in) and weighing up to 10 kg (22 lbs) in Economy or 16 kg (35 lbs) in Premium cabins are included on Light, Plus, and Top fares, but excluded on Basic fares. Standard checked bags must not exceed 158 linear cm (62.2 in) or 23 kg (50.7 lbs). Check your fare receipt to confirm what your ticket includes.

At a glance

Baggage Allowance Snapshot

LATAM includes a free under-seat personal item on all fares, but overhead carry-on bags and checked luggage depend on your purchased fare family. Basic fares exclude standard overhead carry-on bags on routes where the basic fare brand operates.

Personal item 45 x 35 x 20 cm Free for all passengers; must fit under front seat

Carry-on dimensions 55 x 35 x 25 cm Includes handles, pockets, and wheels

Carry-on weight (Economy) 10 kg (22 lbs) Included on Light, Plus, and Top fares

Carry-on weight (Premium) 16 kg (35 lbs) Premium Economy and Premium Business cabins

Standard checked dimensions 158 linear cm (62.2 in) Sum of length + width + height

Standard checked weight 23 kg (50.7 lbs) Per piece in Economy cabin

Premium checked weight 32 kg (70.5 lbs) Per piece in Premium Business

Europe & Oceania weight cap 32 kg (70.5 lbs) Absolute single-bag cutoff due to local labor safety laws

What can change: Ticket fare family, route category (domestic Chile, regional South America, or long-haul), operating airline on codeshare segments, and LATAM Pass elite status level.

Measurement guide

Baggage Size Visual

Use the airline's stated order of dimensions. Measurements include wheels, handles, and outer pockets as specified by LATAM Airlines rules.

45 cm 35 cm 20 cm

55 cm 35 cm 25 cm

158 linear cm L + W + H Total

Visual guide - not to scale. Use the published numerical limit as the controlling rule.

Source check

Official Source Verification

Baggage rules can vary by fare, cabin, route, operating carrier, traveler status, and purchase channel. BaggageBase separates published rules from practical guidance.

Official source LATAM Airlines Baggage Information Portal

Source type Official airline conditions of carriage and baggage rules portal

Policy scope LATAM Airlines Group (LATAM Airlines Chile, Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador)

Last checked 2026 - verification required

Confidence High

Important caveat Checked baggage fees use dynamic pricing based on route, purchase window, and sales channel. Check your booking in "My Trips" for exact rates.

How BaggageBase Checks This Information

BaggageBase monitors official airline regulatory filings, conditions of carriage, customer support documentation, and dynamic fee portals. For LATAM Airlines, our team cross-checks core metric standards across South American operating subsidiaries (LATAM Chile, LATAM Brasil, LATAM Peru, LATAM Colombia, and LATAM Ecuador).

Because LATAM applies dynamic pricing to checked luggage and changes cabin allowances between branded fare tiers (such as Basic versus Light), we separate firm structural dimensions from variable cash charges. Where fees depend on seasonal flight volume or purchase channels, we state the operational rules and guide travelers to the official airline calculator.

LATAM Carry-On Baggage Allowance

LATAM divides cabin luggage into two distinct categories: a small personal item that rests beneath the seat and an overhead carry-on piece.

Personal Item Rules and Dimensions

Every traveler on a LATAM flight may bring one personal item at no extra charge, regardless of ticket fare. The maximum allowable dimensions are 45 x 35 x 20 cm (approx. 17.7 x 13.8 x 7.8 in), including external pockets and carrying straps.

Acceptable items include a compact backpack, a laptop briefcase, a handbag, or a diaper bag. The item must slide completely beneath the passenger seat directly in front of you.

If you are seated in an emergency exit row or behind a cabin bulkhead partition, you cannot keep items on the floor during taxi, takeoff, and landing. On those rows, crew members require you to stow your personal item in an overhead storage bin.

Standard Overhead Carry-On Bag

A standard carry-on bag must measure no more than 55 x 35 x 25 cm (approx. 21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 in). These measurements are strictly inclusive of wheels, top handles, and side hardware.

Cabin weight limits vary by class of service:

• Economy Cabin (Light, Plus, Top fares): Maximum weight of 10 kg (approx. 22 lbs).
• Premium Cabins (Premium Economy and Premium Business): Maximum weight of 16 kg (approx. 35 lbs).

These measurements correspond closely to global airline standards. To see how these dimensions compare with other carriers worldwide, review our guide to international carry-on size standards. For a broader side-by-side view across regional competitors, refer to our airline carry-on size comparison.

Basic Fare Carry-On Restriction

LATAM Basic (or Promo) fares do not include a standard overhead carry-on bag on routes where this fare class is marketed. Basic fare passengers are permitted only the under-seat personal item.

If you hold a Basic ticket and want to bring an overhead rolling bag, you must purchase an overhead bag allowance online prior to arrival at the airport. Passengers attempting to carry an overhead bag to the gate on a Basic ticket without prior purchase will face gate-handling penalties.

Carry-On Rules by Fare and Cabin Class

Checked Baggage Policy and Size Limits

LATAM checked luggage allowances are based on linear dimensions and maximum weight thresholds.

Standard Dimensions and Linear Inches

The standard size ceiling for checked luggage across all LATAM routes is 158 linear cm (approx. 62.2 linear inches). Linear size is calculated by adding the total exterior measurements:

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Wheels, protruding handles, and exterior expansion gussets must be factored into this sum. Any bag measuring between 159 and 300 linear cm (62.6 to 118.1 in) is classified as oversized and incurs an extra charge.

Standard Checked Weight Thresholds

• Economy Class: Standard checked bags may weigh up to 23 kg (approx. 50.7 lbs) per piece.
• Premium Business: Passengers traveling in Premium Business receive a higher allowance of 32 kg (approx. 70.5 lbs) per piece.

Luggage weighing more than 23 kg on an Economy ticket is billed as overweight up to 32 kg, or up to 45 kg on permitted routes.

Checked Baggage Entitlement by Fare Family

Your ticket tier determines how many checked bags are included in your base airfare.

Note: Base inclusions on international long-haul routes can occasionally vary by market origin and destination. Review your electronic ticket itinerary to confirm your specific entitlement.

Checked Baggage Fees and Pricing Mechanics

LATAM uses dynamic pricing for checked luggage, which means fees fluctuate based on route, seasonal demand, sales channel, and purchase timing.

Why Online Pre-Purchase Matters

LATAM prices checked luggage in distinct tiers based on when and where you pay:

1. More than 48 hours before departure: Purchasing your bag online via the LATAM website or mobile app yields the lowest possible rate.
2. Within 48 hours to departure: Online prices often increase as the departure window closes.
3. At the airport counter: Paying at airport check-in desks carries the highest standard base rate.
4. At the boarding gate: Noncompliant bags checked at the gate incur the highest penalty rates.

To evaluate how these variable costs compare across the airline industry, read our reference guide on checked baggage fee comparison.

Baggage Fee Structure by Purchase Window

Note: LATAM domestic flights within Chile charge fees in Chilean Pesos (CLP), whereas regional and long-haul international flights are charged in US Dollars (USD).

Overweight and Oversized Baggage Rules

When a bag exceeds standard dimensions or weight thresholds, LATAM applies excess luggage fees. These fees are additive: a single piece that is both overweight and oversized will incur both surcharges.

Weight and Size Brackets

• Overweight Tier 1 (23.1 to 32 kg / 51 to 70.5 lbs): Charged as a standard overweight piece on Economy tickets.
• Overweight Tier 2 (32.1 to 45 kg / 71 to 99.2 lbs): Permitted on select routes with a heavy luggage surcharge.
• Oversized Baggage (159 to 300 linear cm / 62.6 to 118.1 in): Charged an oversized luggage fee.
• Freight Cutoff (>45 kg or >300 linear cm): Items exceeding 45 kg or 300 linear cm cannot fly as checked luggage. They must be booked through LATAM Cargo.

Europe and Oceania Safety Regulations

On flights to, from, or connecting through Europe or Oceania (Australia and New Zealand), international occupational health and airport worker safety laws prohibit any single piece of passenger baggage weighing over 32 kg (70.5 lbs).

Even if you are willing to pay the heavy luggage fee, LATAM will refuse to accept any individual passenger bag heavier than 32 kg on these routes. The bag must be repacked into separate suitcases or shipped via cargo.

Overweight and Oversized Acceptance Limits

Domestic Chile vs. International Route Differences

LATAM Airlines operates domestic flights in Chile as well as international services across the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Oceania. Operating procedures vary between these networks:

Domestic Chile Network

• Baggage fees are processed in Chilean Pesos (CLP).
• Basic and Light fares represent the majority of point-to-point ticket sales.
• Checked baggage drop counters at Santiago (SCL) and regional airports close strictly 45 to 60 minutes before domestic departures.

International Long-Haul Network

• Baggage fees are billed in US Dollars (USD).
• Economy tickets frequently start at the Light or Plus level.
• Long-haul departures enforce bag drop cutoffs between 60 and 75 minutes prior to scheduled takeoff.
• Routes connecting into the United States or Europe are subject to strict interline screening and local weight caps.

Codeshare Flights and Operating Carriers

If your itinerary is booked via a partner airline (such as Delta Air Lines) but operated by LATAM Chile, or vice versa, baggage rules follow IATA Resolution 302 (the Most Significant Carrier rule). The airline operating the longest or most significant geographical segment usually dictates allowance and excess fee schedules. Always check the ticketed marketing carrier's confirmation document.

Elite Status and Special Allowances

Frequent flyers holding elite status with the LATAM Pass loyalty program receive complimentary checked baggage benefits across LATAM-operated flights.

Free Checked Bag Eligibility by LATAM Pass Tier

Note: Elite baggage allowances apply exclusively to the member holding status and do not automatically transfer to non-status travel companions unless explicitly specified on select shared group bookings.

Special Baggage: Infants, Sports Gear, and Instruments

Special items require careful preparation to comply with LATAM transport regulations.

Traveling with Infants and Children

• Infants on Lap (under 2 years old): Flying without a purchased seat allows an accompanying adult to check one fully collapsible stroller/pushchair or one certified infant car seat free of charge.
• Children with a Reserved Seat: Children traveling on standard child-rate tickets receive the full baggage allowance associated with their purchased fare class, in addition to car seat or stroller handling.

Assistive and Mobility Devices

Wheelchairs, walking frames, crutches, and required medical devices are accepted free of charge. They do not count toward your standard carry-on or checked baggage limits. Travelers traveling with electric wheelchairs must notify the airline in advance to clear dry- or wet-cell battery safety requirements.

Musical Instruments

Small instruments (such as violins or flutes) may travel in the cabin in place of your overhead carry-on piece, provided they do not exceed 55 x 35 x 25 cm. Larger instruments (such as cellos or guitars) require either:

1. Checking as luggage in a reinforced, rigid flight case (subject to standard checked baggage dimensions and fees).
2. Purchasing an extra passenger seat in the cabin directly through LATAM customer reservations.

Sporting Equipment

Equipment such as surfboards, bicycles, skis, snowboards, and golf bags can travel as checked items.

• Maximum linear dimension is 300 linear cm.
• Maximum standard weight is 23 kg.
• LATAM charges a fixed special baggage fee for sports gear, which varies between domestic and international routes.
• Bicycles must have handlebars turned sideways, pedals removed, and tires deflated inside an appropriate protective travel case.

Noncompliant Carry-On and Gate-Check Procedures

LATAM boarding teams utilize physical metal sizing sizers and scales at departure gates.

If your carry-on luggage exceeds 55 x 35 x 25 cm or weighs over 10 kg on an Economy ticket, gate agents will intercept the bag. Noncompliant bags are tagged, removed from the jet bridge, and placed into the aircraft hold.

When a bag is gate-checked due to passenger noncompliance (or because a Basic fare passenger brought an unpaid overhead bag), the airline assesses an airport gate-handling fee. This gate penalty is substantially more expensive than purchasing an allowance online.

On crowded flights where overhead bins reach total capacity, gate agents may offer to check compliant carry-on bags free of charge. In these instances, travelers must remove all lithium batteries, spare power banks, medications, and valuable electronics before handing the bag over.

Before you fly

Pre-Airport Baggage Checklist for LATAM Flights

Follow these steps to prevent unexpected luggage fees or gate-check penalties on LATAM Airlines.

• Verify your fare family. Check your booking receipt to see whether you hold a Basic (personal item only), Light (carry-on included), or Plus/Top ticket (checked bag included).
• Measure outer carry-on dimensions. Ensure your rolling bag does not exceed 55 x 35 x 25 cm, including wheels and handles, to fit LATAM airport sizing frames.
• Weigh your bags before leaving home. Confirm that Economy carry-on bags stay under 10 kg (22 lbs) and standard checked bags weigh 23 kg (50.7 lbs) or less.
• Buy baggage allowances online early. Purchase additional bags via the LATAM app or website at least 48 hours before departure to access lower dynamic rates.
• Observe the 32 kg European and Oceanian weight limit. Never pack a single checked bag over 32 kg (70.5 lbs) on flights to Europe or Oceania, as local safety regulations prohibit acceptance.
• Pack personal essentials under the seat. Keep cash, travel documents, medications, and spare lithium battery power banks inside your personal item in case your carry-on is gate-checked.

What are the maximum carry-on dimensions and weight for LATAM Airlines?

Carry-on bags on LATAM Airlines cannot exceed 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 in), including wheels and handles. The maximum weight limit is 10 kg (22 lbs) for Economy Class and 16 kg (35 lbs) for Premium Economy and Premium Business cabins.

Does a LATAM Basic fare include an overhead carry-on bag?

No, LATAM Basic fares do not include a standard overhead carry-on bag on routes where the basic fare brand operates. Passengers on Basic fares are allowed only one free personal item (45 x 35 x 20 cm) that fits under the seat in front. An overhead carry-on bag must be purchased as an optional add-on.

What are the maximum dimensions and weight for a standard checked bag?

Standard checked luggage on LATAM Airlines must not exceed 158 linear cm (62.2 in), calculated by adding length, width, and height. The standard maximum weight is 23 kg (50.7 lbs) per piece for Economy Class and 32 kg (70.5 lbs) per piece for Premium Business.

Can I check a bag weighing over 32 kg on flights to Europe or Oceania?

No, single bags weighing over 32 kg (70.5 lbs) are strictly prohibited on flights to, from, or connecting through Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Local occupational safety regulations prevent airport personnel from handling single pieces heavier than 32 kg. Any baggage exceeding this threshold must be repacked into multiple suitcases or shipped via cargo.

What are the size limits for a personal item on LATAM Airlines?

A personal item on LATAM Airlines must measure no more than 45 x 35 x 20 cm (17.7 x 13.8 x 7.8 in). All ticketed passengers are allowed one free personal item, which must fit completely beneath the seat in front of them.

How much does LATAM charge for checked bags?

LATAM uses dynamic pricing for checked bags based on route, seasonal demand, sales channel, and purchase timing. Adding bags online more than 48 hours before departure offers the lowest price, while paying at the airport desk or boarding gate is significantly more expensive.

Do LATAM Pass elite members get free checked baggage?

Yes, eligible LATAM Pass elite members receive complimentary checked luggage allowances on LATAM-operated flights. Gold and Gold Plus members receive one additional 23 kg bag on select routes, while Platinum, Black, and Black Signature members receive one to two extra 23 kg bags network-wide.

What is the maximum size allowed for oversized baggage on LATAM?

LATAM accepts oversized baggage measuring between 159 and 300 linear cm (62.6 to 118.1 in) upon payment of an oversized baggage surcharge. Any item exceeding 300 linear cm cannot be checked as passenger baggage and must be booked through LATAM Cargo.

Summary

Navigating the LATAM Airlines baggage policy comes down to matching your gear to your fare family. Every passenger receives a free personal item that fits beneath the seat, but standard overhead carry-on bags are restricted on Basic tickets and capped at 10 kg in standard Economy.

For checked luggage, standard bags must adhere to the 158 linear cm and 23 kg limits. If you must pack heavy, remember the non-negotiable 32 kg cap on flights to Europe and Oceania.

Always check your booking through the official LATAM "My Trips" dashboard to verify your specific inclusions. Purchasing extra weight or additional luggage online at least 48 hours prior to departure secures the lowest available rates.

Airline baggage rules and fees can change by route, fare, cabin, operating carrier, traveler status, purchase channel, and departure date. Check the airline's official baggage policy or calculator before booking, paying, or traveling. BaggageBase reviews information for 2026 where possible, but the airline's published terms remain the final authority.